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The “3 Acts” of Your Story and Why “Act 2 (The Middle)” is So Important

Presented by: Jule Selbo
Categories: Character | Conflict | Plot

Act Two carries the weight of the entire story. Jule Selbo breaks down the three-act structure with a focused look at why the middle matters most. This session examines how conflict, obstacles, reversals, and escalating pressure work together to keep stories emotionally compelling and structurally sound.

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