Legacy - A Unique Novel Writing Experience
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This one-of-a-kind writer’s tutorial takes its listener on a novel-writing journey. A quarter century ago, Tony Drago passed away, leaving behind a series of cassette tapes outlining an original novel. Now, his son, critically-acclaimed author Ty Drago, is collaborating with those recordings to finally tell his father’s story. Along with his wife and producer, Helene Drago, Ty addresses the steps involved in authoring this remarkable novel, from concept through publication, all while providing tips and tricks to help other writers advance their own projects. Filled with insight, humor, and charm, Legacy is a wholly unique experience.

E10-Climax and What Comes Next

How does the "BIG SCENE" work? Let's explore climaxes in other genres and try to understand how Tony intended his story to end versus how Ty plans to ...
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E9-Worldbuilding

"Worldbuilding" describes the manufactured people, places, culture, and events that make up the story the author is trying to tell.
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E8-Writing Techniques

How to write suspense, action, and manage plot exposition in your story. Helene & Ty look at one of Tony's scene's a how to bring it to life!
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E7-The Villain's Path

How the antagonist can best be handled in various genres. Meanwhile, Tony introduces us to the villain in his novel. Who doesn't love a "good" bad guy...
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E6-Hero's Journey

Portraying your protagonist and his or her goals. Ty & Helene examine the hero of Tony's book, and how to make him fully fleshed out and human.
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E5-Narrative Arc

What is a "story arc?" What's it for? How can it help you keep your story on track? Ty and Helene look at Tony's narrative arc and how such arcs chang...
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E4-Characterization

Characterization is the craft of creating layered, interesting characters. Helene and Ty introduce the characters in Tony's book and discuss the in's ...
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E3-Finding Your Voice

What does it mean to find the right "voice" for your novel? Helene and Ty explore this complex concept against the backdrop of a field trip to Philade...
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E2-Beginning

Understanding your genre. Write your first line. Helene & Ty take us on those first tentative steps as Ty begins to write his father's novel.
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