What is the Lightbox Method?

If you are a writer you have heard of plot, character and even market driven books. The Lightbox Method shows you how to write a MEANING driven book. We believe that books created with meaning will have stronger plots, characters and market.  This approach is unique in the writing industry and applies to all types of genres.

The Lightbox Method is an ancient approach to storytelling that is both analytical and intuitive. It is a visual process of unlocking creative plot development while restoring passion in the writer’s life by laying out a story in sequential frames before we write. Instead of drawing pictures in a storyboard we use words inside of frames to describe scene and event, and then pull out the deeper meaning behind the event, which creates a deeper story that resonates with readers.

What is different about the Lightbox Method?

We “light” each frame with meaning and significance BEFORE we interpret the story. This approach explores the three sequential levels of meaning for each frame and how this meaning flows from frame to frame. Because the approach is visual, it helps writers shift from the editing mode and enter a right-brain, creative process.

Why do we need this kind of training in our preparation?

It prevents us from coming up short as do so many films, novels, and news reports that rely on sensational scenes to sell a story. Unfortunately, when readers buy into such stories, they discover little depth or substance to the narrative. Conversely, the Lightbox Method is preparation for writing that ensures there is substance behind the scenes giving them depth and meaning for the reader. If done well, this kind of writing will draw the reader back to discover just how deep your words will touch their lives.

What is the Lightbox Method used for?

It’s about bringing deeper meaning into our work and lives through therapy that penetrates into writing skills, and it’s about taking care of our souls while we develop purpose-driven narrative and overcome writers block. It can be used to:

• organize thoughts
• brainstorm for creative ideas
• develop plot
• add depth to the narrative
• ensure a “take away” point
• enrich character development
• bring shape out of chaos
• and avoid writers block

Visit this blog often to read how writers are using this method, for updated suggestions, and for information on upcoming books and seminars of intensive training and writing. We welcome your questions and comments and would enjoy working on our craft together to bring shape out of chaos through our stories.