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Category Archives: Story Psychology & Philosophy
The Flame of Story: Guiding Light or Raging Fire?
Every story is a flame – a flame with the potential to heal, or to harm. Discover the difference.
Why EVERY Story Needs a Keystone Message
Learn exactly why EVERY story needs a keystone message and what it does for a story…
How to Identify a Story’s Keystone Message
Learn how to identify a story’s keystone message and reverse-engineer the process for your stories…
Types of Keystone Messages Found in Stories
Learn about the different types of Keystone Messages found in stories and how to use them.
What Is a Story Keystone?
Discover what a Story Keystone is, why it’s important and how to weave it into your narrative.
Are Theme and Message the Same Thing in a Story?
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Why There Are No Good Stories About Animals
If someone was to ask you what The Lion King, Animal Farm, and Finding Nemo all have in common, how would you answer?
You might answer that question by stating that they’re all stories about animals, which isn’t entirely correct; in fact, to think of any of these stories as being about animals is to miss the point of these stories and how they encapsulate the art of storytelling.
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