Notes tagged “Featured”
2025
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Apr 3
The map and the mountain: Fifteen core beats of story structure Story structure frameworks are like maps. They need interpretation. In this note, I briefly cover the framework I use and introduce a series on how it works.7 min
2021
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Jul 23
The three underlying functions of inciting incidents When story theorists talk about inciting incidents, they’re often referring to one or more of three distinct story functions: the tipping of the apple cart, the call to adventure, or the decision to cross the threshold.10 min
2015
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Jan 23
Shinichi Suzuki and the three domains of mastery An exploration of the interaction between talent, education, and skill.5 min
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