Story Genius

Name: Story Genius
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781607748892
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How to Use Brain Science to Go Beyond Outlining and Write a Riveting Novel (Before You Waste Three Years Writing 327 Pages That Go Nowhere)

By Lisa Cron

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Story Genius by Lisa Cron explores the process of crafting compelling narratives by delving into the cognitive aspects of storytelling. The book guides readers on how to develop stories driven by the protagonist's inner journey and emotional engagement. It provides a framework for building narratives that resonate deeply with audiences through well-crafted, emotionally charged plots.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you're eager to transform your storytelling approach, as it offers insights into crafting stories that emotionally engage readers and explain the psychology behind compelling narratives. It's ideal for writers wanting to deepen their understanding of story mechanics and enhance their creative skills through practical techniques.

Story Genius

A writing guide that examines how to use cognitive storytelling strategies to build a scene-by-scene blueprint for a story.

Following on the heels of Lisa Cron's breakout first book, Wired for Story, this writing guide reveals how to use cognitive storytelling strategies to build a scene-by-scene blueprint for a riveting story.

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It's every novelist's greatest fear: pouring their blood, sweat, and tears into writing hundreds of pages only to realise that their story has no sense of urgency, no internal logic, and so is a page one rewrite.

The prevailing wisdom in the writing community is that there are just two ways around this problem: pantsing (winging it) and plotting (focusing on the external plot). Story coach Lisa Cron has spent her career discovering why these methods don't work and coming up with a powerful alternative, based on the science behind what our brains are wired to crave in every story we read (and it's not what you think).

In Story Genius, Cron takes you, step-by-step, through the creation of a novel from the first glimmer of an idea to a complete multilayered blueprint—including fully realised scenes—that evolves into a first draft with the authority, richness, and command of a riveting sixth or seventh draft.

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Story Genius by Lisa Cron is praised for its integration of brain science with storytelling to debunk common writing myths and help writers identify the real story beneath the plot. Reviewers highlight its focus on a protagonist's internal struggle as a core element, offering practical advice and exercises to craft deeper, emotionally engaging narratives. The book is described as a manual that leverages cognitive storytelling strategies, making complex concepts accessible for novice and seasoned writers alike.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781607748892

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 August 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Ten Speed Press

Illustration: NO PHOTOS/ILLOS

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 278g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

LISA CRON has worked as a literary agent, a TV producer, and a story consultant for Warner Brothers, the William Morris Agency, and many others. She is a frequent speaker at writers' conferences, and a story coach for writers, educators, and journalists. She teaches in the UCLA Extension Writers' Program, is on the faculty of the School of Visual Arts MFA in Visual Narrative Program, and is the author of Wired for Story. She splits her time between Santa Monica, California, and New York, New York.