As different as we humans are from one another, we all age along the same great sequence, and the shared patterns of our lives pass into the pages of the books we love. In this moving talk, journalist Joshua Prager explores the stages of...

Certain moments in our lives seem to last forever. Whether it is a first kiss or a car crash, time can seem to stretchor even stop. Aaron Sitze explains how this sensation is conveyed in cinema and how the same conventions can be used to...

Reading slowly -- with her finger running beneath the words, even when she was taught not to -- has led Jacqueline Woodson to a life of writing books to be savored. In a lyrical talk, she invites us to slow down and appreciate stories...

New ReviewThis video examines the role of setting in narratives, highlighting its significance in creating the backdrop and context for a story. Using "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" as an example, it demonstrates how settings influence the...

"The Tempest" by William Shakespeare is a captivating play that delves into themes of magic, power, and the nature of storytelling. Through the character of Prospero, Shakespeare explores the parallels between the world of the play and...

This video discusses various narrative techniques, such as flashback, foreshadowing, description, dialogue, and multiple plot lines.

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A video about how an author uses flashbacks in writing.

In this video, viewers are guided through the essential elements of storytelling, from setting the stage with exposition to introducing the protagonist and conflict. By focusing on key details like time, place, character development, and...

This video explores the concept of intertwining plot lines in storytelling. The video highlights how authors can effectively bring together multiple plot lines, demonstrate character development, and convey the underlying themes of the...

This video explores the power of dialogue in storytelling, highlighting how it can convey emotions, move the plot forward, and reveal character personalities. It emphasizes the importance of formatting dialogue correctly with quotation...

This video explores the concept of bending time in storytelling through techniques such as flashbacks, flash-forwards, and foreshadowing. By delving into these narrative devices, it highlights how authors can add depth, mystery, and...

This video explores the concept of tension in storytelling, using the analogy of a character entering a dark cave to represent the unknown. It highlights how authors create tension by giving characters conflicting goals, introducing time...

The video provides a step-by-step guide on how to construct a compelling narrative by comparing it to climbing a mountain. It emphasizes the importance of structuring a story with key elements like exposition, rising action, climax,...

In this video, viewers are guided on how to create suspense in writing by immersing readers in the main character's emotions. By incorporating mysterious elements such as sounds and shadows, using vivid diction to evoke tension, and...

A video entitled "Structure's Impact" which covers how a written piece's structure affects how the reader feels and interprets the piece.

This video, entitled "Reflection," describes the literary technique of reflection as well as how and why authors use it.

This video, entitled "Genres," explains and describes different genres of poetry.

This video, entitled "Dialogue," explains what dialogue is and how it is used in a personal narrative.

This video discusses the five key elements of a narrative plot, including exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution. It also explores various types of conflicts that can drive a story, such as character versus...

Spike Lee on the Knicks, Highest 2 Lowest, Denzel, A$AP Rocky, & His Legendary Film Career Few icons represent New York City like Spike Lee — award-winning director, cultural force, Knicks superfan, and the visionary behind Do The Right...

Leading climate activist Wawa Gatheru says there is no such thing as a “perfect environmentalist.”

Pupil outcome: I can understand and explain the significance of Eric while considering multiple interpretations. Key learning points: - Eric is established as a moral voice at the start of the play, but lacks the ability to be assertive....

Pupil outcome: I can understand the authorial, geographical and historical context of 'How to Train Your Dragon'. Key learning points: - Understanding the context of a text enables readers to engage effectively with the content. - The...