ABSTRACT
AN ASSORTMENT OF STORYTELLING TOOLS Embarking on a new work of digital storytelling is usually a daunting proposition, even for veterans in the fi eld. Each new project seems to chart new ground. Some call for a unique creative approach; others utilize new technology. And those who work in the newer areas of interactive entertainmentwireless devices, transmedia productions, and innovative types of immersive environments-are faced with having to be a pioneer almost every time out. Furthermore, the complexities posed by interactivity, plus the sheer volume of material contained in most works of digital storytelling, can be overwhelming. No wonder starting work on a new project can feel like plunging into the abyss.
