Websites, books and tools
Writing for Story
Craft Secrets of Dramatic Nonfiction by a Two-Time Pulitzer Prize Winner
Jon Franklin deconstructs his award-winning stories.
Corporate Legends and Lore
The Power of Storytelling as a Management Tool
Peg C. Neuhauser shows how storytelling can strengthen the culture and spirit of the workplace.
The Power of Myth
Masters of narrative nonfiction — including “Survivor” creator Mark Burdett — turn to Joseph Campbell’s work for insights on how to make their stories more powerful and meaningful.
Everything you need to know about storytelling, in 5 minutes
It just takes three elements and two questions, says Tommy Tomlinson, staff writer for Sports on Earth.
The essence of story, in a 358-word song
Tell a story like “Ode to Billie Joe,” suggests Tommy Tomlinson.
Five Elements of a Story
Flocabulary — hip-hop in the classroom — brings you this song covering the five main elements of a story: setting, plot, characters, conflict and theme.
Storytelling with Gordon Lightfoot (yep, that’s right)
Tell a story like “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald,” suggests Tommy Tomlinson.
How can you tell better business stories?
Stories are so effective that Og Mandino, the late author of the bestselling The Greatest Salesman in the World, says, “If you have a point, find a story.”
Learn to find, develop and write stories that engage readers’ hearts and minds at Master the Art of Storytelling, our business-storytelling workshop starting May 17.There, you’ll learn how to find the aha! moment that’s the gateway to every anecdote. How to start an anecdote with a bang — instead of a whimper. And how to use “the most powerful form of human communication” to grab attention, boost credibility, make messages more memorable and communicate better.
Save up to $100 with our group discounts.
