Crafting Stories for Virtual Reality, 1st Edition

We are witnessing a revolution in storytelling. Publications all over the world are increasingly using immersive storytelling—virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality—to tell compelling stories. The aim of this book is to distill the lessons learned thus far into a useful guide for reporters, filmmakers and writers interested in telling stories in this emerging medium. Examining ground-breaking work across industries, this text explains, in practical terms, how storytellers can create their own powerful immersive experiences as new media and platforms emerge. --Authors: Melissa Bosworth, Lakshmi Sarah  258 pages   Table of Contents List of Figures Acknowledgements Introduction: Evolution of Media: Where Are We Now? SECTION I: Context 1: Why Tell Immersive Stories? 2: Pivot Point: A Primer on the State of Immersive Storytelling SECTION II: Immersive Media and Storytelling Styles 3: Immersive Narratives and News Clouds Over Sidra Climbing Giants We Who Remain Limbo The O