Audio Fiction 101
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Unit 1

Introduction
The Science of Storytelling
The Art of Control
High Five!
The Four Tools
Re-Re-Re-Definition
The Limits of Imagination
Thou Shalt Be Clear
Unit 2

Introduction - Let's Go Deeper
The Strengths of Audio Drama
The Weaknesses of Audio Drama
Where Do You Get Your Ideas?
Designing Great Radio Characters
Location, Location, Location
Talk the Talk
Writing for Sound Effects
Radio GaGa
Plot and Structure
Narrative Rhyming
Ten Point Structure
Serialization
Some Thoughts on World-Building
World-Building In Audio
Unit 3

Introduction - Pick Up Those Pencils
Getting Started
The Fear of Public Shame
Outlines Are Your Friend
Outlines Are Your Frienemies?
First Drafts Are Not As Scary As They Seem
Revising and Improving
It's Not Over Till It's Over
What About Theme?
Conclusion
Appendix

Ten Books You Need to Read Right Now
Ten Radio Dramas You Need to Listen To Right Now
Writing Software and Formats

Audio Fiction 101

Do you want to make a podcast, or just deepen your appreciation of the medium? This course dives into every aspect of creating great stories and solving narrative challenges in audio.