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• Episode #474: Learn 5 Types of Character Arc at a Glance, Pt. 2: The 3 Negative Arcs (Part 2 of 2): Writing a tragedy or dark story? Here’s a beat-by-beat look at the three Negative Arcs–the Disillusionment Arc, the Fall Arc, and the Corruption Arc.
• Episode #475: How to Tell if Your Story Has Too Much Plot, Not Enough Character: What happens when your story is unbalanced by either too much character or too much plot? Here are five problems to watch out for.
• Episode #476: How to Use a “Truth Chart” to Figure Out Your Character’s Arc: Here’s how to figure out your character’s arc, using the “Truth Chart”–a fast, one-page beat sheet designed to help you develop theme and character.