Scene Structure and Transitions in Big Scenes

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Welcome! I'm K.M. Weiland, the award-winning and internationally published author of acclaimed writing guides such as Structuring Your Novel and Creating Character Arcs. I mentor authors on story theory, technique, and all the wild and wonderful highs and lows of the writing life!

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Learn how to seamlessly transition out of big set pieces in your story. Discover practical tips for scene structure and transitions.

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How to Use Story and Scene Structure to Create Transitions 01:00
The Action Half of the Scene 03:20
The Reaction Half of the Scene (aka, the Sequel) 04:12
Planning Your Big Scene Transitions 05:36
Think About Where You Will Develop Character Relationships 07:05
Pay Attention to Pacing in Big Scene Transitions 07:50
Techniques for Scene Breaks 14:05
Never Lie to Readers in Your Scene Transitions 18:42

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Book - Structuring Your Novel: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeautho...

Workbook - Structuring Your Novel Workbook: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeautho...

How to Structure Scenes in Your Story: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeautho...

4 Ways to Write Sequel Scenes That Grip Readers: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeautho...

How to Get the Most Out of Your Sequel Scenes: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeautho...

6 Ways to Craft Spectacular Set-Piece Scenes: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeautho...

The Secrets of Story Structure: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeautho...

How to Write Can’t-Look-Away Chapter Breaks: https://www.helpingwritersbecomeautho...


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Video edited by Usvaldo de Leon, Jr.
Scene structure graphics by Christine Frazier of Better Novel Project.

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