Motivation

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I could use some. But that is not the point of this post.

Not too long ago, cleolinda posted a clever and useful expansion of the glass of water metaphor, (you know what I mean, how the essence of all plot conflicts is that a character has to want something, even if it's just a glass of water) and in the process creates some hilarious summaries of popular movies.

Anyway, today she posted a follow-up more generally about writing process and how to use the glass of water to improve your story. Both posts are very good reading.

Comments

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I absolutely adored the glass of water piece (and Cleolinda generally) and promptly added it to my memories,so i can't wait to check out the new one. Thanks so much for the link!

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Heh, Cleolinda is awesome.