Storyteller S7 E16 (Buffy and the Art of Story Podcast)

Posted on December 2, 2024November 24, 2024 by admin

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In Storyteller (S7 E16 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Andrew annoys everyone by videotaping them and is forced to reckon with his past. Along with the recap of Storyteller, this podcast episode focuses on: (1) whose story is it - Buffy's or Andrew's? (2) whether Buffy's and Andrew's goals conflict; (3) what happens when writers fall in love with a character (Andrew); (4) how characterization relates to humor; and (5) flashbacks that tell their own story and move the main plot. Get more c...

Get It Done S7 E15 (Buffy and the Art of Story Podcast)

Posted on November 18, 2024November 19, 2024 by admin

In Get It Done (S7 E15 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Buffy risks it all to learn the origin of the First Slayer while Robin Wood learns a whole about Sunnydale – and Spike. Along with the recap of Get It Done, this podcast episode focuses on: (1) what links Andrew, Willow, Anya, and Spike; (2) how each character's story arc explores the nature of power; (3) building small steps to why Buffy, Spike, and Willow make the major choices they do; and (4) reasons to love Dawn and hate Kennedy. L...

First Date S7 E14 (Buffy and the Art of Story Podcast)

Posted on November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 by admin

In First Date (S7 E14 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Buffy and Xander embark on romantic encounters (or are about to be hijacked by demonic forces) and The First tries to re-recruit Andrew. Along with the recap of First Date, this podcast episode focuses on: (1) why humor that feels true to a character works best; (2) plot turns that force Buffy, Xander, and Giles to grow and change; and (3) how this somewhat lighthearted episode sets up the rest of the season and the end of the series. La...

How To Write A Mystery

Posted on October 24, 2024 by admin

Ever wondered how to write a mystery? Or how I write the Q.C. Davis crime novels/mysteries? I use key plot turns as a basic structure. This video shows how I wrote and revised based on those turns for my latest Q.C. Davis novel, The Skeptical Man. Scrivener, the program I used, made it easy to both follow the overall plot I sorted out in advance and vary it where needed. (No spoilers, though, if you haven't yet read the book.) Intrigued by The Skeptical Man? Learn more by clicking here. ht...

Grief in the Buffyverse (Buffy and the Art of Story Podcast)

Posted on October 21, 2024October 18, 2024 by admin

Grief in the Buffyverse asks how grief affects the characters we love in Buffy the Vampire Slayer from Season 1 on. With Tyffany D. Neiheiser, Author of Not Dead Enough. Topics include: (1) what motivates Buffy's choice to face death (and the Master) in Season 1; (2) what Willow needs from her friends when facing loss; (3) why Buffy withdraws and tries to go it alone; and (4) how the need to deal with their grief affects the Potentials, Willow, and Xander in S7 Empty Places. Last Episode:...

The Killer In Me S7 E13 (Buffy and the Art of Story Podcast)

Posted on October 7, 2024November 24, 2024 by admin

In The Killer In Me (S7 E13 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Giles might be The First, Spike's chip goes wonky, and Willow changes into her worst enemy. Along with the recap of The Killer In Me, this podcast episode focuses on: (1) weaving plots and subplots together; (2) why some twists frustrate the audience; (3) juggling recurring character relationships (like Buffy & Willow's) with new story arcs (the potentials); and (4) managing too many characters in a story. Last Episode: Potenti...

Book Launch The Skeptical Man

Posted on October 4, 2024October 4, 2024 by admin

Join me October 9 on my author Facebook Page for the book launch of the new Q.C. Davis crime novel The Skeptical Man. Peek behind the scenes of the new release and all the Q.C. Davis crime novels throughout the day. There'll be videos, location photos, book excerpts, quotes, and, of course, the traditional all-important book launch quiz. Win and get a character named after you in the next novel! Hope to see you on October 9! Click here to join. The Skeptical Man Book Launch Just...

Potential S7 E12 (Buffy and the Art of Story Podcast)

Posted on September 23, 2024December 27, 2024 by admin

In Potential (S7 E12 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer), where Buffy trains potential slayers and Willow’s spell to find a new one takes a surprising turn. Along with the recap of Potential, this podcast episode focuses on: (1) building to a surprising yet inevitable twist; (2) revealing inner conflict – here, Buffy’s about Spike – through dialogue and action; (3) small moments that convey Dawn’s emotional journey; (4) changes to Buffy, Xander, and Dawn over the seasons; and (5) how questions abou...

Showtime S7 E11 (Buffy and the Art of Story Podcast)

Posted on September 9, 2024October 3, 2024 by admin

In Showtime (S7 E11 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer), more potential Slayers arrive in Sunnydale and Buffy fights the Turok Han, this time with an audience. Along with the recap of Showtime, this podcast episode focuses on: (1) weaving foreshadowing into your story; (2) just-in-time world building; and (3) how the character relationships gradually evolve in believable ways. Last Episode: Bring On The Night Next Episode: Potential Get more content, including access to the self-study co...

Bring On The Night S7 E10 (Buffy and the Art of Story Podcast)

Posted on August 26, 2024December 11, 2024 by admin

In Bring On The Night (S7 E10 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Giles returns to Sunnydale with potential vampire slayers and Buffy fights an ubervamp. Along with the recap of Bring On The Night, this podcast episode focuses on: (1) making new characters’ choices believable; (2) why goals matter (and what happens when they’re not clear); (3) Buffy and friends treat Andrew badly – what does that say about them? and (4) when open story questions frustrate the audience. Last Episode: Never Leave...