The Storyteller’s Mission with Zena Dell Lowe

Updated: 14 Nov 2024 • 215 episodes
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Zena Dell Lowe is a seasoned and engaging teacher with a passion for writers and storytellers. Her focused, concise, and practical episodes (all roughly 20 minutes) not only explore the nuts and bolts of the craft, but also dive deep into the inner life of the artist and the "why" behind creativity. If you believe that story matters, you'll want to give this podcast a listen.

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Struggling to make your stories stick with readers or audiences? You"re not alone! Many writers get caught up in creating intricate plots and thrilling twists, but the truth is—it’s the relationships between your characters that keep people coming back. If your stories feel flat or forgettable, it could be because you"

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Struggling with your story"s logline? You’re not alone! Writers often avoid creating loglines because they think they’re too hard or too limiting. But what if I told you there’s a simple, 4-step formula that makes writing your logline easy—and it’ll keep your entire story on track? In this episode, we break down exactl

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Many Christian narratives shy away from the complexities of real life, resulting in stories that feel disingenuous or trivial. This avoidance not only limits the impact of these stories but also leaves important human experiences unexplored. In this episode, we’ll focus on two essential rules for tackling hard topics i

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What if the stories we tell about faith could be as complex and gritty as real life? It’s time to break free from the confines of family-friendly narratives. Many Christian writers feel pressured to produce only wholesome, safe content, fearing backlash or judgment. This limits the depth and authenticity of their story

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World building isn’t just background noise—it"s essential to storytelling. Let’s see how two masters, Pierce Brown and Jim Butcher, weave it into every scene. Today, we break down how Red Rising and The Dresden Files build immersive, unforgettable universes. Seven Deadly Plot Points FREE TRAINING VIDEO! The Storyteller

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If you think world-building only matters in sci-fi or fantasy, think again. Whether your story is set in space or suburbia, today we’re breaking down the five world-building rules that can take your writing to the next level. Seven Deadly Plot Points FREE TRAINING VIDEO! The Storyteller"s Mission Podcast is now on YouT

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