Read this if you’ve ever said: ‘I just write the story of the film that plays in my head.’

How do you turn the film playing in your head into effective storytelling? Explore the writing-world equivalents of camera angles, cuts and pacing, and how structural elements can transform your novel.

‘Betrayal hurts more than actual bullets’ – Claire North on why emotional stakes matter more than death in storytelling.

Claire North explores why emotional stakes, character choices, and consistent worldbuilding matter more than shock endings or deus ex machina moments in speculative fiction. Does this storytelling advice apply across all genres? Join the discussion.