Write the Unspoken: How to Use Body Language
Streamed Nov 17th, 2025
How to Use Body Language with Sara Oestreich
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📚 Overview
In this masterclass, editor Sara Oestreich will show you how to harness the power of body language and the 12 stages of physical intimacy to craft scenes that are rich with tension, emotion, and character depth.
Through interactive exercises and practical tips, you'll learn how to intentionally incorporate physical cues, making every intimate moment serve a purpose in advancing your story and deepening your characters’ connections. Perfect for romance authors seeking to elevate their storytelling with authenticity and layered intimacy.
Schedule
3pm - 4pm EST
How to Use Body Language with Sara Oestreich
In this Monday Masterclass, you will learn:
- How to use body language to reveal unspoken emotions, set the scene, and build tension
- The twelve stages of intimacy, and how to depict them convincingly
- Why your intimate scenes should always serve a specific purpose
- Tools for crafting intimate scenes that are emotionally layered, plot-driven, and authentic
Following the presentation, there will be a live Q&A with Sara where you can ask her about body language, character building, and any other romance-related questions.
Speakers
Sara Oestreich
Editor
Sara Oestreich is a developmental editor with decades of experience in romance, women’s lit, fantasy, and PNR. She's worked with boutique publishers and has been involved in writing & editing over 500 books. She’s been a librarian, ghostwriter, and now enjoys editing most! Sara loves supporting writers in finding their voice and achieving success in the competitive romance industry.
