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Why Is This Good?

Why Is This Good?

165: “The Nine Billion Names of God” by Arthur C. Clarke

DEC 1, 202517 MIN
Why Is This Good?

165: “The Nine Billion Names of God” by Arthur C. Clarke

DEC 1, 202517 MIN

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<p>If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining our Patreon. Your support helps us keep the show running. Find out more at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/whyisthisgoodpodcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.patreon.com/whyisthisgoodpodcast</a></p> <p>In this episode, we discuss <a href="https://faculty.winthrop.edu/kosterj/writ510/readings/The%20Nine%20Billion%20Names%20of%20God.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&#8220;The Nine Billion Names of God&#8221; by Arthur C. Clarke</a>. What can we learn from this classic story? What guides the length and development of a short story? What could turn a premise-driven story into a character-driven story? How does understanding the needs of a story determine where it should focus?</p> <p>For daily writing tips, industry news, and great short fiction, join our Facebook group at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/napleswritersworkshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.facebook.com/groups/napleswritersworkshop</a></p> <p>You can also subscribe to our monthly newsletter at <a href="http://www.napleswritersworkshop.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.napleswritersworkshop.com</a></p>