The Storytelling Code

Name: The Storytelling Code
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781641524711
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By Dana Norris

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The Storytelling Code by Dana Norris is a practical guide to mastering the art of storytelling for any occasion. Whether preparing for a job interview, delivering a wedding speech, or trying stand-up comedy, this book reveals 10 easy-to-follow rules to shape narratives and engage audiences confidently. It offers humourous advice, creative exercises, and clear steps to help storytellers identify goals, structure plots, and connect with listeners, turning everyday anecdotes into memorable tales.
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Ideal for aspiring storytellers, public speakers, educators, and anyone wishing to confidently share compelling stories in personal or professional settings.

"Whether you're hoping to impress others during a job interview, trying out stand-up, or giving a ... wedding speech, The Storytelling Code provides step-by-step help on crafting your narrative, as well as simple exercises to put those public speaking skills into practice"--Back cover.

Description

Unlock the tales within you—unleash the power of storytelling.

Everyone loves a good story—but how do you turn a fun anecdote into one for the books? Whether you're hoping to impress others during a job interview, trying out stand-up, or giving a hilarious wedding speech, The Storytelling Code provides step-by-step help on crafting your narrative, as well as simple exercises to put those public speaking skills into practice.

Master the art of storytelling using 10 easy-to-follow rules to help you shape your story and share it confidently. Humorous advice will give you the courage to tell stories in your everyday life, and the unique exercises will demonstrate how to set a goal for each tale, gather the best materials, keep your audience engaged, and more.

The Storytelling Code includes:

Tell-tale heart: Release your inner storyteller using 10 easy-to-follow rules, including advice for identifying a narrative goal, shaping a plot, and more.
Gift of gab: Find the confidence to go live through courage-building tips that make sure you're capturing and connecting with your audience.
Pen to paper: Get those creative writing juices flowing with fill-in writing prompts and insightful checklists to prep you for everyday storytelling situations.

Make every story mic drop-worthy with The Storytelling Code.

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Praised by storytellers and podcast hosts alike, The Storytelling Code is celebrated for its valuable tools and practical techniques. Readers commend Dana Norris's passion and ability to distil a lifetime of storytelling wisdom into accessible advice and exercises that build confidence and sharpen narrative skills.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781641524711

Publisher: Callisto Media Inc.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 May 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Callisto Media Inc.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 124

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Dana Norris Education & Reference Non-Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

Dana Norris is the founder of Story Club, a national nonfiction storytelling show. She has an MFA in Creative Nonfiction and an MA in Religious Studies. Her writing has appeared in McSweeney's Internet Tendency, Tampa Review, TriQuarterly Online, the RISK! podcast, WCPN Cleveland, and more. Learn more about Dana at www.danastories.com.