Close Encounters: fixing saggy middles
Story Nerd · Sep 2, 2026 · 36:47
Story Nerd · Sep 2, 2026 · 36:47
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Ever heard of a story having a saggy middle? It's a real thing and this season, I'm revealing the fix for it! Meanwhile, Melanie is study story logic. I know, it sounds kinda dull but trust me on this one - you want to pay close attention because your reader sure will. -V
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