Does Your Story Actually Work? Litmus Tests for Emotional Truth

Writing Craft
2002
Featuring Patrick Horton

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Patrick Horton examines why storytelling matters so deeply and how writers can tell when a story truly works. Learn how to identify the core truths at the heart of your narrative and apply practical litmus tests to ensure your work resonates emotionally and universally with audiences.

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