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The Story of the Story

By: Lawrence Kurnarsky
Narrated by: Garrett Goodison
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In a world drowning in formulaic stories, The Story of The Story emerges as a beacon for storytellers who seek a genuine connection with their audience. The Story of the Story underscores the importance of theme-driven storytelling, premised upon the idea that understanding the 'why' (or theme) of a story is the key to mastering the art of intuitive and genuine narrative.

Unlike conventional how-to manuals that merely scratch the surface, The Story of The Story delves into the ethos of storytelling. It emphasizes that, just as reading a jumbo jet manual does not prepare one to fly, reading about storytelling mechanics does not prepare one to write. Something more is needed.

The Story of The Story offers invaluable insights for writers and content creators in the context of a rapidly evolving digital landscape. In focusing on the art and craft of AI-proof storytelling, this book assures that genuine, theme-driven narratives will always have a place in fiction writing that is unaffected by the onslaught of technology.

Every storyteller embarks on a journey, and this book is a compass that directs one to the essence of powerful storytelling. It ensures that the narrative a writer creates remains timeless, genuine, and impactful.

©2023 Lawrence J. Kurnarsky (P)2023 Lawrence J. Kurnarsky

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