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Episode One - Tip One: Choose a setting for your story.
Put the writing tips into action with Lenny Henry at BBC RaW

Choosing a setting.
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Describe a murder.
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A killer's thoughts.
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Introduce your detective.
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Profile your killer.
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Write an action sequence.
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Write a 500 word dialogue.
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Write a plot summary.
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