by Kent Jensen | Dec 7, 2023 | Craft, Inspiration
Even before starting work on Narata Storytelling Cards, my library of craft books on storytelling, plotting, writing novels and screenplays, and comics creation was extensive. I have read almost all of them and some of them multiple times. Picking just eight books to...
by Kent Jensen | Nov 23, 2023 | Craft, Plotting
Here I’ve collected some notes regarding the craft of storytelling. You are undoubtedly aware of some of these ideas, but maybe one or two of them will give you a little aha! moment. These ideas are independent of whether or not you use Narata Storytelling Cards...
by Kent Jensen | Nov 9, 2023 | Craft, Plotting
The logline is the heart of your story, and summarizes, in one or maybe two sentences, the hero, his problem or goal, the main conflict, and ideally also what is at stake if the hero fails. Usually it does not suggest outcome. Using Narata and your creative powers,...
by Kent Jensen | Oct 26, 2023 | Plotting, Craft
In this article I present a basic but very effective way of using Narata Storytelling Cards. Make use of whatever jotting-down-ideas tech you prefer. Pen and paper will do nicely. You’re ready to start generating ideas. Shuffle the deck. Deal three cards, back...
by Kent Jensen | Oct 12, 2023 | News, Plotting
What are Narata Storytelling Cards? Two hundred illustrated cards showing characters, locations, objects, situations, and other elements used in all kinds of stories in any genre or format; Narata Storytelling Cards is a powerful tool for brainstorming story projects....