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Will Storr

The Science of Storytelling

Why Stories Make Us Human and How to Tell Them Better
Status: Completed Read year: 2026
The Science of Storytelling

Currently: Chapter 2
Format: Paperback

First impression: So far it's covering how curiosity functions in the brain, what dreams reveal about the human psyche, and why precise, active writing holds readers more effectively. A good fit if you want a research-grounded lens on why stories work.

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