Not making this up: developing characters and story arcs for a work of fiction is far from simple. On this episode of “613 Books” podcast, avid readers like us are treated to an inside peek of this craft with masterful author, columnist and writer of some of Mishpacha Magazine’s best-loved serials, Esther Kurtz. How does she create compelling characters whether they’re an introverted genius, a newly-married entrepreneur, a newly-minted rebbetzin, or the nemesis who wants to do the right thing?
We all love a good story, and it’s a treat to explore the mind of a story-crafter to learn a little bit about how it’s done.
PLUS: Professional memory coach Rena Yudkowsky tells us about the unforgettable book that’s on her reading table.
Show Notes:
Featured Guest Interview: Esther Kurtz
Rule of Three by Esther Kurtz
To purchase Rule of Three from the Esther Kurtz/Menucha Publishers: https://menuchapublishers.com/products/rule-of-three
To purchase Rule of Three on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Rule-Three-Esther-Kurtz/dp/1614655642
Let’s Get Personal, the Essay Writing Course by Esther Kurtz: https://www.estherkurtz.com/let-s-get-personal
“What’s on My Reading Table” featuring Rena Yudkowsky
Rena’s selection: 90 Seconds: The Epic Story of Eli Beer and United Hatzalah by Rabbi Nachman Seltzer
To purchase a copy 90 Seconds: https://www.amazon.com/90-Seconds-Story-United-Hatzalah/dp/1422633071
Reading Table contributor Rena Yudkowsky
Rena’s Website: www.renayudkowsky.com
Rena’s Facebook group: Memory Matters-tips and tricks for mid-lifers and seniors
https://cutt.ly/memorymatters
Rena’s You Tube channel- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6e-UxB-qTgsjUeHtS2ydrw
Rena’s Membership page- www.renayudkowsky.com/remembership
Rena’s Instagram- www.instagram.com/renayudkowsky
Rena’s LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/renayudkowsky/
Rena’s Tik tok- www.tiktok.com/@memorymatters
Show Announcer for 613 Books Podcast: Michael Doniger
Michael’s contact info, voice-over samples, and demo: https://michaeldoniger.com/