The Power of Storytelling: Why Do We Enjoy Stories?

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The Power of Storytelling: Why Do We Enjoy Stories?

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30 minutes

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Oct 20, 2017

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I launch the first edition of How to Write Good with a brief look into why people enjoy stories and what why people love stories and the power of storytelling.

Released:

Oct 20, 2017

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The Power of Storytelling: Why Do We Enjoy Stories?

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