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Episode 229 / Learn about the four basic types of relationship arcs from freelance developmental editor and writing writing instructor, September C. Fawkes. 

Discover how mapping arcs can define the direction and evolution of your characters' relationships and create a dynamic, zigzag narrative. 

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Topics:

• The four types of relationships arcs with examples from across genres
• How to use external factors, internal conflicts, and the right antagonistic forces to create believable relationship challenges
• How to apply relationship arcs to multi-book series
• Relationship arc variations
• How to use tropes to label relationship arcs

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