In this 6-hour workshop that takes place over 2 days, developmental editor Sue Brown-Moore will teach you how to cut straight to the heart of your best story with a mad-lib-style mini-game and five deep-dive questions.
The Story Snapshot Method exposes problems with a story before it’s written, making this technique a powerhouse tool for pantsers and plotters alike.
And it's not just for romance writers.
Simple, quick, and buildable
"I've done tons of different GMC and plotting worksheets, and the time investment is huge. What I liked most about the strategy was that it was simple and quick, but I ended with a buildable foundation."
Victoria Elliot
Romance writer
Cut to the chase
"I did my characters for book 3 and I have a great start that probably would have taken me weeks to develop, but the questions in your workbook helped really cut to the chase and get them fleshed out."
Tai James
Sci-Fi Romance author
Trouble spots revealed
"I realized during the madlib template that there's a section of my story that doesn't quite fit. Right in the middle, too. Using the template, I'm going to explore other ways to express the opportunity circumstances/decision."
CP Rider
Author of romantic urban fantasy
This 2-day, 6-hour interactive workshop with developmental editor Sue Brown-Moore will teach you how to use the Story Snapshot method to consistently write a powerful first draft.
Follow along as Sue deconstructs a hero character journey from the movie The Proposal, then dive into transforming your own work-in-progress through a series of fast-paced working sprints which explore five thought-provoking questions that dig deep into your character’s psyche.
Sue’s method cuts through the monotony and confusion of traditional Goal, Motivation, and Conflict techniques with a madlib-style mini-game that will reveal the unique heart of your story. The Story Snapshot method exposes problems with a story before it’s written, making this technique a powerhouse tool for pantsers and plotters alike.
Every attendee will receive a comprehensive 50+ page workbook that can be reused for every new story draft. So print out your workbook in advance, and be ready to think fast, work hard, and transform your story!
The fast pace of this workshop leaves no time for overthinking.
"Because I had to think quick and go with the first thing that popped into my head, the brainstorming exercises allowed me to access ideas and connections my brain hadn't previously made."
Learn how to tap into your hidden story potential and bust through writing blocks.
Nailing the root of your characters' deepest fears is easier than you think.
"Going over all the things the character is afraid of, but focusing in on the 'true fear' was an ah-ha moment for me."
Learn how to identify and harness your heroes' fears so that you can write stories that resonate.
Targeted workbook exercises reveal unique story possibilities.
"The section on the Opportunity Decision helped me figure out a nagging problem I've been having with the interaction between the two main characters"
Learn how to recognize moments of opportunity for better character synergy and conflict.
This workshop has three distinct phases that build upon one another and synergize with an author's existing understanding of character-arc mechanics, making the Story Snapshot Method a seamless fit for writers of all experience levels.
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This is not a read-from-the-slides style of presentation. Sue's synergistic teaching approach keeps participants engaged and in the creative zone as the workshop progresses through each phase of building the Story Snapshot.
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The Story Snapshot Method workbook is comprehensive. During the workshop's timed exercises, Sue leads participants through a fast-paced gauntlet of story discovery. Her techniques are clearly illustrated in the companion workbook, and all of the on-slide examples are broken down in detail for quick reference and deeper study. The Story Snapshot workbook can be reused over and over, taking authors deeper into their character discovery process with each new WIP.
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Learning from example is just as effective as from a textbook, and Sue leaves time at the end of the workshop to dig deeper into one participant's Story Snapshot. During this one-on-one coaching hot seat, all attendees get a glimpse of behind-the-scenes developmental editing techniques they can apply to their own WIPs.
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It's important for every participant to leave the workshop feeling confident and inspired, so getting timely answers is a must. Sue will address the most urgent, road-blocking questions at the end of the workshop. And if there are any questions left unanswered, she'll follow up with written or recorded answers.
Offer your authors a special post-workshop session for extra help in refining their Story Snapshot from the main workshop.
During this 120-minute working session, Sue will take turns consulting one-on-one with each author to fine-tune their character’s growth journey and begin building a basic story framework to draft or edit from.
Through these hotseat-style consultations, each participant will be able to learn from the other authors while they are honing their own WIPs. Then, the afternoon session wraps up with a group discussion and Q&A.
The cost of a afternoon small-group session is $125 per person, and attendance is limited to 4 authors. When you book your Story Snapshot Workshop date, let Sue know if you want to take advantage of this extra opportunity.
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My difficulty pinning down the turning point decision revealed to me that I have too much going on at the end, which helped me move some of the action to the middle (which had too little going on). VERY HELPFUL.
Emily Marsh
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I honed in on and defined my heroine's deepest inner need in a way I had not before. This is so great!
Ana Morgan
Sue Brown-Moore is an award-winning developmental editor who specializes in character-driven fiction. In her work with both traditionally and independently published authors, Sue helps writers spot the emotional gaps in a story to craft transformational character journeys that resonate with readers. She is passionate about empowering authors to write stories that level up their skills and set them apart in their niches.
Learn more about Sue and how she helps authors pursue their personal Happily Ever Afters here.
The 6-hour live Story Snapshot Method workshop for writing groups and publishers.
$
1297
The virtual Story Snapshot workshop you can watch on your own schedule.
$
247*
Drop Sue an email to discuss your workshop date and details. Be sure to ask about a post-workshop small-group session as well.
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All prices are in US dollars.
*The Story Snapshot Method online course for individuals is still under development. Final price may change.
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