For example, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins ... One pattern that is familiar to readers is the five-stage story arc. This structure is also used in films and television shows.

Imagine the arc of the story as a line curving up or ... what is happening and why it is happening now in the story. For example, in Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo most of the novel is ...

but our stories need to incorporate this type of strong narrative arc. Technique tip: Decide what the story is, then ask: “What’s the policy aspect?” Get the story and the policy component ...

Ronald Reagan, for example, built his narrative on American strength ... leaving their administrations without a cohesive arc. Moreover, no president can fully control events, and unforeseen crises ...

The Egghead Arc revealed Vegapunk and Kuma's backstory, which is full of deep revelations and emotional connections. The Arabasta Arc introduces an intense political conflict, memorable villains ...