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Justin Sets a Story to Simmer, Showing How to Move On Without Loss

How do you handle an "identity crisis" in your manuscript when you feel drawn to new ideas before finishing the first? In this final workshop segment, Justin Chesney discusses the unique challenges of writing humor-driven fantasy and the frustration of "pre-revising" a character who has evolved significantly since the first draft. In this episode, we explore: The Comedy vs. Character Trade-off: Justin shares his struggle to inject deeper character motivation without losing the fast-paced comedy that defines his style. The "Pre-Revision" Phase: Adam identifies a common hurdle where an author’s perception of their work hasn't yet caught up to the actual progress made on the page. Defining "Self-Preservation": A deep dive into the character of Felix Cobb. Why would a man drop out of a race he’s already losing? We look at the "medium-level" issue of clarifying internal motivation to punch up the character arc. Boiling the Fat: Strategies for "killing your babies"—cutting hilarious bits (like side-bars on miracles) that don't serve the immediate plot—to stay within word count constraints. The Simmering Pot Strategy: How to move on to a new story within the same world while keeping your main project "simmering" through oral retelling of the Minimum Complete Story (MCS). Featured in this video: Justin Chesney: Navigating the transition from shoemaker to reluctant mayor in the town of Rook Haven. Adam Simon: On the importance of committing to a version of the story and letting it "rest." Kimberly Straub & Ciara Craig: Providing insight on self-worth as a driver for character growth.