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An overview of our site map, what we do, and how we can help YOU!
Welcome to One Brilliant Arc—the story studio where world-changing stories are told!
Why One Brilliant Arc?
We believe in the power of stories to inspire, connect, and create change—and we’re here to help YOU become the kind of storyteller who can tell those stories!
One Brilliant Arc is founded on this core belief: our stories are our power.
What We Do
We are editors, story coaches, and writers specializing in genre fiction who want to help you tell stories on the page and the screen that can heal hearts and change the world for the better. Whether it’s through our
editing services,
story coaching and individual writing mentorships,
human, heart-to-heart discussions from the creative trenches with other authors and creative professionals on our podcast,
articles deep-diving into the mechanics of storytelling,
workshops on how to use storytelling and authenticity to not only write your story, but also build your platform and connect with the audience who needs your story,
everything we do is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to become a better writer both on and off the page.
You deserve to be heard, and we believe that your story can change the world. So that’s what our newsletter will help you accomplish.
What We Deliver
Using case studies from the stories you already know and love—movies, TV shows, games, cultural figures, and more—we break down storytelling techniques and lessons to educate and empower you to tell the truth that is on your heart.
Here is our “site map” of everything we regularly publish will help you quickly find what is most useful to you:
Written Posts from the OBA Story Team
“Letters to Your Radical Self” by Jared Moses — Raw, unedited, radically honest letters from OBA’s founder to you about how to tell your truth in public and stay whole while doing it.
“We are the Stories” by Charles Rodriguez — Essays on cultural narratives, popular media, and hidden gem stories, unpacking how they shape the stories we tell about ourselves and the way we view the world.
“Pick up Your Pen” by Ceylan Gunduz — Articles from an editor offering practical advice and guidance to storytellers on how to craft world-changing stories for public platforms.
Our educational articles are free to read and share for the first 7 days after posting. To access our full archive of pro tips and lessons on story craft from our editors, upgrade for only $5/month or save on a yearly subscription!
Podcasts and Live Conversations
“Let’s Talk Stories” — storytelling fun and inspiration with the OBA story team! We use the movies, shows, books, and musicals that you love or love to hate as case studies on how to tell more powerful stories.
“Let’s Fix Stories” — live editing sessions with real writers working on real stories in real time, dissecting the stories we tell and how we can communicate our truth most effectively.
“Let’s Share Stories” — purposeful, introspective conversations with industry experts about the real challenges they’ve faced and lessons they’ve learned while sharing their stories with the world.
Bonus content and shorter educational videos on our YouTube channel and TikTok page!
From Our Readers
Indie Author Spotlight — partnering with Jessica Ann of Wildest Dreams to host interviews with indie authors to learn about the stories they are writing and what they have learned through publishing them.
The Story Archive — a home for YOUR most honest, raw stories that say out loud what the world told you not to. Because if we don’t write down and preserve the truth, the oppressors will steal our voices. OBA’s Story Archive is where your truth will be kept safe and shared for those who need to find it.
Author Showcase (✨Coming Soon!✨) — Publish your serial fiction with us and reach our readership of 450+ subscribers, plus other perks.
Guest posts, live sessions, and collabs — we love getting the opportunity to support and learn from writers telling important stories! We share frequent guest post and live interview spots because we believe community is where good stories thrive.
Every voice matters! Got a story to share, wisdom to impart, a journey to unpack, or a unique perspective? Our DMs are always open and we would love to hear from you.
💌 New posts get sent out on Mondays every week, and as a free subscriber you’ll get notified when our Live sessions are happening throughout the week. Picking what you want to see from us is easy—just go to “settings” under your Substack profile dropdown menu, click “One Brilliant Arc” under your subscriptions, then uncheck any kinds of posts you wouldn’t like sent to your email. You can still view them on our homepage. 😉 (Here’s a link with handy dandy pictures of the instructions)
Why Our Content Is Valuable to You
Someone Out There Needs Your Story
In a world full of noise, your authentic voice is needed more than ever. We’re here to help you craft stories that stand out and reach the people who need your words to heal their hearts.We’re Here for Every Step
From the blank page, to hitting publish, to building your platform, to strengthening your brand, we guide you with empathy, expertise, and actionable advice tailored to where you are in your storytelling journey.Your Transformation Is Our Goal
Too many of us telling authentic stories with bold truths are facing silencing by others or by our own self-doubt. We want to support you in owning your voice, reclaiming your story, and then telling it boldly to inspire, connect, and make a lasting impact.
🌟 Special Offers Just for You! 🌟
Got a story in the works? Book your FREE story audit with a panel of OBA’s editors and share your story with our audience as part of our podcast, “Let’s Fix Stories”!
Looking for an editor for your manuscript or screenplay who will honor your authentic voice? We’d love to chat with you about how OBA’s editors can help you bring your story to life!
Thank you for joining us. Seriously, we appreciate you taking the time to be here! Together, we’re changing the world one story at a time, and we can’t wait to see the incredible stories you’ll tell.
Stay inspired,
The OBA Story Team
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