Summaries of books by Lisa Cron:
Story Genius
How to Use Brain Science to Go Beyond Outlining and Write a Riveting Novel
Lisa Cron
The book provides a method for crafting compelling narratives by leveraging cognitive storytelling strategies based on brain science. It guides writers through the process of developing deep character motivations and plot structures that resonate with readers' psychological expectations for a story.
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Wired for Story
The Writer's Guide to Using Brain Science to Hook Readers from the Very First Sentence
Lisa Cron
The book explores how writers can leverage cognitive storytelling strategies to captivate readers, drawing on neuroscience to explain why certain narratives resonate deeply. It provides practical advice on crafting compelling stories by focusing on what the brain is hardwired to respond to in every story it encounters.
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