Malcolm Gladwell Teaches Writing – Malcolm Gladwell

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Summary

• Malcolm outlines what he has planned for your class and reflects on the idea of writing as a calling.

• 2. Structuring Narrative: The Imperfect Puzzle Malcolm likes an imperfect argument—the perfect argument is too obvious.

• Learn how Malcolm builds an open-ended puzzle into his story, “The Ketchup Conundrum.” 3. Holding Readers: Tools for Engagement Data is a big part of Malcolm’s stories.

• Learn three ways Malcolm helps readers digest data and engage with complex ideas in his writing.

• 4. Holding Readers: Controlling Information Learn how to use surprises, guessing games, and suspense to invite readers into your story.