“Every story has one main question that it raises in the beginning and answers by the end.” - Savannah Gilbo In this latest podcast episode, we'll explore a fundamental element of storytelling: the Major Dramatic Question (MDQ). From the outset of your story, readers should be gripped by this central question. Here’s a preview of what’s included: [01:31] Savannah talks about why the major dramatic question (MDQ) of a story is a helpful question for writers and how you can find the MDQ of your story. [04:27] What's going to help you write a story that's full of narrative drive (the thing that keeps readers turning the pages)? [08:12] Once you know your story's Major Dramatic Question (MDQ), what do you do with it? [09:44] How your story’s MDQ can help during the publishing process and can pique a potential reader's interest. Links mentioned in this episode: Episode #2: How to Choose the Best Genre for Your StoryThe Fourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosNotes to Novel CourseUgly Love by Colleen HooverYellow Face by R. F. Kuang Click here to get your personalized Fiction Writing Made Easy podcast playlist! Answer 4 simple questions, et voila! Ten curated episodes that will meet you right where you're at on you writing, editing, or publishing journey! Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode of the Fiction Writing Made Easy Podcast, please rate, review, and follow this show! Follow me on Instagram @savannah.gilbo