Genre Tropes and Conventions - Uzma Jalaluddin
The Shit No One Tells You About Writing - A podcast by Bianca Marais, Carly Watters and CeCe Lyra - Thursdays
In today's Books with Hooks segment, Carly and CeCe discuss leaning into unlikable characters but how to make them relatable; avoiding info dumps, especially in dialogue; starting at the right place; and trusting both yourself and your reader. After which, Bianca chats with Uzma Jalaluddin, author of Hana Khan Carries On about writing rom coms; the tropes and conventions of the genre; choosing the best setting for your story; tackling important themes in all genres; the three-act structure; and keeping your secondary characters in check. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
