History can also be a fascinating source of material. When Trumpets Fade, which tells the story of a battle in the Black Forest during WWII, was based on a boxRead More
where to find a story
WHERE TO FIND A STORY (part four): Past & Present
History can also be a fascinating source of material. When Trumpets Fade, which tells the story of a battle in the Black Forest during WWII, was based on a boxRead More
WHERE TO FIND A STORY (part three): Using Family History
Another great source of story material is to look to your own past. Perhaps you have a memory or a story about your own family to tell. If this isRead More
WHERE TO FIND A STORY (part two): Re-imagining an Existing Myth or Fairytale
Looking at myths and fairy tales is also a good place to find inspiration. There’s a reason we love certain stories. It’s because we find them pleasing in some way.Read More
WHERE TO FIND A STORY (part one): Genre
If you are not sure of what you want to write about, finding the right story is your most urgent task. There are many ways to find a story, butRead More
