Write Stories With a Twist

Creating Stories With a Twist in the Tail
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Write Stories With a Twist
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Apr 2021
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Why take this course?

🚀 Course Title: Write Stories With a Twist 📚✨

Headline: Creating Stories With a Twist in the Tail


Welcome to the Course! 🖋️

In this course you will learn everything you need to know to develop twist plots that can add an element of surprise and delight to short stories or elevate your novel to a whole new level.

Twist stories are not just a clever trick; they're a craft that, when done right, can captivate readers and leave them talking about your story for days. Write Stories With a Twist is designed to take you through all the stages of creating twisty tales, from understanding their market appeal to mastering the art of misdirection and clue planting.


What You'll Learn:

The Lucrative Nature of Twist Stories: Discover why readers love a good twist and how it can make your writing stand out in the crowded literary marketplace.

Market Research: Learn how to research where and how to submit your twist-centric stories for publication.

Types of Twists: Explore the six main types of twist, including Unreliable Narrator, Reversal of Identity, and more, with in-depth analysis of classic stories like O Henry's The Gift of the Magi and Guy de Maupassant's The Necklace.

Crafting Your Twist: Get step-by-step guidance on how to create a twist, and learn how to double down with an even bigger twist if you dare.

Developing Your Story Outline: Learn techniques for building your story around the central twist idea.

Sowing Clues and Misdirection: Find out how to skillfully plant clues and lead readers astray, keeping them guessing until the very end.

Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Identify the plots and storylines that often fall flat and learn what to avoid for a successful twist story.

The Short Story vs. Novel: Understand the differences between writing short stories with twists and crafting a twist-filled novel.

Editing and Proofreading: Get practical tips for editing your work, including a proofreading exercise to test your skills.

Submitting Your Work: Learn how to approach editors, publishers, or agents with confidence.

End of Course Quiz: Test your new knowledge with a comprehensive quiz.


Course Materials:

  • Lectures from an experienced writer and educator.
  • Writing exercises to apply what you learn.
  • Downloadable handouts and additional reading materials.
  • A glossary of key terms and concepts.
  • A recommended reading list for further exploration.

Your Journey:

You’ll engage with the course through a mix of lectures, hands-on writing exercises, and in-depth readings. You'll analyze stories to understand their structure and learn how to apply these principles to your own work.

Quite simply, this course has everything you need to learn how to write stories with a twist.


Satisfaction Guarantee:

We stand by the quality of our courses and offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If for any reason you're not satisfied with the course, we'll refund your investment—no questions asked.


Instructor Expertise:

This course is taught by Jane Bettany, an award-winning writer with over 25 years of experience in fiction writing. Jane's expertise spans across various genres and formats, ensuring you receive insights that are both broad and deep.


Embark on your journey to crafting compelling stories today! 📚✍️🚀

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