Hi John, I can't, because I don't know anyone else who uses this way of describing it. Consider the ideal of parallel construction (that compound sentences are in the same tense, voice, etc.) Here, I'm talking about making sure each piece has the same feel and focus (e.g., 'relationship with animals' for the veterinary book, or 'being gay and black in a straight, white world' for Thomas' book. Hope this clarifies a bit.
This is so key (IMO)! All of us--me included, when I'm writing--can be overwhelmed by everything that actually happened. Except that "it really happened" is a weak reason to include a scene. So how do you know which scenes best support your arc and story? Those that were transformational in one way or another, or "aha" moments. I hope this helps you clear the underbrush 😄
It does. Sort of like the "decisive moment" in photography.
Could you point me to any articles or other materials that talk about parallel structuring and how to use it in linked essays?
Hi John, I can't, because I don't know anyone else who uses this way of describing it. Consider the ideal of parallel construction (that compound sentences are in the same tense, voice, etc.) Here, I'm talking about making sure each piece has the same feel and focus (e.g., 'relationship with animals' for the veterinary book, or 'being gay and black in a straight, white world' for Thomas' book. Hope this clarifies a bit.
I like the idea of structuring my memoir around "decisive moments." Too much underbrush now.
This is so key (IMO)! All of us--me included, when I'm writing--can be overwhelmed by everything that actually happened. Except that "it really happened" is a weak reason to include a scene. So how do you know which scenes best support your arc and story? Those that were transformational in one way or another, or "aha" moments. I hope this helps you clear the underbrush 😄
This approach of linked essays could work for me.
Nice to hear of an author who has ACTUAL expertise in the world, not just a platform that may or may not be a reflection of wisdom and mastery.