All stories take place somewhere. And through that place, the mood, pace, conflict or emotion of a scene or story can be enhanced. What expectations or assumptions are made based on where a story is set? How can we use these assumptions and expectations to our advantage to surprise or elevate the beats of our stories? During this session, we will look at the places we choose to set our stories, asking ourselves how key elements and conditions within a specific space and time can strengthen and layer story moments. In focusing on “the where” of our story, we will consider ways to help drive and inform character’s motivations, actions and feelings, utilizing an often overlooked or underused tool in a writer’s toolkit.
