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Long Story Short: The Only Storytelling Guide You'll Ever Need,Used
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A Moth storytelling champion shows you how to leave your audience spellbound in this bestselling, practical guide to powerful storytellingthrough writing, public speaking, and more.Using a fun, irreverent, and infographic approach, Margot Leitman breaks storytelling into concrete components. Whether you want to write a great wedding toast, deliver a compelling keynote speech, or simply entertain friends and family, comedian and Moth 5time champion storyeller Margot Leitman provides a clear and engaging roadmap to telling your own personal stories in this approachable storytelling guide.From content and structure to emotional impact and delivery, Leitman guides you through the entire storytelling process, providing personal anecdotes, relatable examples, and practical exercises along the way.Table of ContentsPart 1: Getting StartedChapter 1. You Already Have Great StoriesChapter 2. Getting Past FearChapter 3. The TruthChapter 4. The Universal ThemeChapter 5. The ThesisBased StoryPart 2: Elements of a StoryChapter 6. PassionChapter 7. Layering a StoryChapter 8. PerspectiveChapter 9. CharacterChapter 10. Rooting for the StorytellerChapter 11. The Full CircleChapter 12. Someone Elses StoryChapter 13. The UnexpectedChapter 14. The BenignPart 3: The Performance and BeyondChapter 15. How to Memorize & Vocalize a StoryChapter 16. The Business of Storytelling'This book is essentiala reminder that the world would be a better place if everyone knew how to tell a good story.'Diana Spechler, author and seventime Moth StorySLAM winner
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Long Story Short'? A: The book focuses on teaching readers the art of storytelling, providing practical techniques for writing and delivering engaging stories.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Long Story Short'? A: The author is Margot Leitman, a five-time Moth storytelling champion known for her expertise in storytelling.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 320 pages, offering a comprehensive guide to storytelling.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: When was 'Long Story Short' published? A: The book was published on October 13, 2015.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in storytelling? A: Yes, the book is designed for all skill levels, including beginners, providing clear instructions and relatable examples.
- Q: Does the book include exercises for practice? A: Yes, it includes practical exercises that help readers apply the storytelling techniques discussed in the book.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers a range of topics, including story structure, emotional impact, delivery techniques, and memorization strategies.
- Q: Can this book help with public speaking? A: Yes, it offers guidance on how to use storytelling to enhance public speaking, making your presentations more engaging.
- Q: What is the overall tone of the book? A: The tone is fun and irreverent, using an infographic approach to make storytelling accessible and enjoyable.