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The Story Letter

Structure is Your Type A Friend

February 18, 2026·15 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

People get so worried that too much structure will make their stories boring. But let me show you how the right framework can actually help you get weird! I'll prove it with a story about how structure gave me the confidence to try something WAY outside my comfort zone. Hint: this story has a tear-away skirt in it.   Get the Story Spine template in the Story Letter Companion Workbook (free when you subscribe)  Jo Boobs' Book: The Burlesque Handbook The Story Audit (exclusive for Story Letter listeners!)  Need story help? Work with me! Want more? Subscribe to The Story Letter on Substack for storytelling insights, personal essays, and the free companion workbook! Enjoying The Story Letter? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts!   EPISODE CREDITS: Written and hosted by Micaela Blei Produced, edited and mixed by Laura Boach Artwork designed by Stefan Davis w. Micaela Blei Music: Duke of New York by Adrian D. Walther   CONNECT WITH ME: Website: micaelablei.com Substack: thestoryletter.com  Instagram: @micaelablei_stories LinkedIn: Micaela Blei

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