Ines Johnson is Having a Breakdown

Apr 07 2024 46 ep. 10 mins 25
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The Breakdown is a podcast hosted by television producer turned romance author Ines Johnson. In each episode, join Ines as she breaks television episodes, movies, and/or an aspect of the indie publishing market. Mainly for her own edification, but maybe other authors could find some use in her nerding out over story structure and market analysis.

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On Hiatus

Apr 07 2024 1 mins  
The podcast is taking a break, but I'm still writing breakdowns. You can find them on my Substack at https://ineswrites.substack.com

Episode 44 Magic Potion Deception

Mar 26 2024 20 mins  
One of the four types of deceptions in a romantic comedy is the Magic Potion Deception. Magic potion deceptions in romantic comedies like "Splash," "Mannequin," and "Penelope" offer love and acceptance through the lens of magical realism. Be it a mermaid, a mannequin or a cursed woman, each film cleverly uses the magic potion deception to challenge characters to look beyond the sur

Episode 43 Bet Deception

Mar 19 2024 13 mins  
One of the four types of deceptions in a romantic comedy is the Bet Deception. The bet deception is all about trying to win against the odds, but the characters wind up falling down hard -falling in love that is!

Episode 42 Identity Deception

Mar 12 2024 18 mins  
One of the four types of deceptions in a romantic comedy is the Identity Deception. Identity deception in romantic comedies can involve characters concealing or misrepresenting their true selves or the nature of their relationship, leading to a series of laugh out loud situations before culminating in an emotional revelation.

Episode 41 Merry War

Mar 05 2024 17 mins  
One of the four types of deceptions in a romantic comedy is the Merry War. The "Merry War" deception in a romantic comedy happens when the romantic partners engage in a playful, antagonistic, and/or competitive relationship that masks an underlying attraction or affection. This tension-filled interplay is characterized by witty banter, humorous disputes, and a series of conflicts t

Episode 40 Anthropomorphizing Setting

Feb 27 2024 12 mins  
By treating your setting with the same care and detail as you would a character, you can create a rich, immersive world that captivates readers and enhances the emotional impact of your story known as Anthropomorphizing.

Episode 39 MOC Rules

Feb 20 2024 14 mins  
The marriage of convenience trope has a rich history that mirrors societal views on marriage, love, and individual agency. From strategic alliances in ancient times to a tool for social critique and exploration of personal desires in modern literature, this trope has evolved significantly, always offering fresh insights into the human experience of love and relationships.

Episode 38 Anatomy of a Scene

Feb 13 2024 13 mins  
If we think about scene launches, purposeful middles, and punctuated endings, we can keep readers turning those pages at a fast and satisfying pace.

Episode 37 Heroes and Heroines

Feb 06 2024 7 mins  
In this special tips and tricks episode, learn some tools to use in crafting a swoony hero and a strong heroine.

Episode 36 Guardians of the Galaxy Five Part Finale

Jan 30 2024 10 mins  
In this episode, I'm breaking down Marvel's The Guardians of the Galaxy using Blake Snyder's Five Part Finale from the Save the Cat Plotting Method.