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Title Leading Story - podcast
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by R.L. Stine
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Title Leading Story - podcast
National bestselling children’s author R.L. Stine shares inspiration on how to come up with story ideas. He typically thinks of a great book title first, and then creates a story from the title. This technique is the reverse of what most authors would do, but it shows us that there is more than one way to create new stories. It is also a great example of how to play on our strengths. He knows what works for him and he replicates it every time. Find what works for you in story development, then leverage it every time.
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constance maxwell
Unusual, indeed Constance Maxwell
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mary bouyer
I enjoyed his books as an adolescent and later his Goosebump TV series. Those were all great.
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Rosemarie Picciano
Rosemarie Picciano -- February 13, 2014 at 2:15AM RLStine is an amazing author and every one of my students love to read his books. I never thought of getting the title first but his example set me thinking. Thanks for your help.
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Dishon Boro
R.L Stine has this amazing ability to writing stories that capture attention
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leslie whitaker
Thank you Mr. Stine. It takes me back in school and the different ways you can learn. Some people learn by watching, someone else learns by doing. We are each individuals. I like your idea very much. I will keep it for future reference.
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