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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    The title of my first book was given to me by a student (via his mother) at the elementary school where i was working years ago. It grew into a book published by Xlibris: Fat Ladies Shouldn't Have Orange Hair! I agree that this can be a powerful technique!
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    sounds good to me. What I try to do in my life, knowing what excites me, then do it. It makes for an exciting life.
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    Dear Mr. Stine. I'm glad I'm not the only one working ``backword''. I use the same method and it works for me too. Thank you for conforming it.
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    Interesting how your process can change and evolve as you write. I hope what you have learned here spurs you on to write something wonderful!
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    Good :) I ususally have a story in mind and later develop a title based on the story . But quite recently I discovered that a title first opens door for research and book writing .

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