7 Techniques for a Dynamite Plot
An editor offers some solutions to common problems writers have when constructing their plot.
5 Ways to Make Your Novel Unforgettable
Editor A. Victoria Mixon lists the main elements of getting to the climax of your novel in an engaging and unforgettable way.
Brooke Johnson, self-proclaimed panster, outlines how she still does some plotting when she writes.
Brooke Johnson talks about mastering the skills of back story and exposition without resorting to the dreaded ‘info-dump’.
How to Get the Biggest Bang for Your Plot Point
This post outlines where your main plot points occur in your manuscript and what you should be doing at these points to create a deeper connection with your reader.
Jenn Johansson posted on her blog this great article about the three act structure of a novel, including a diagram of what the 3 act structure looks like.
Checking for Plot Holes: Does Your Story Add Up
A list of questions to ask yourself to make sure you haven’t left any plot holes in you novel.
10 Ways to Create a Plot Twist
Plot twists are a great way to keep your story exciting, but it’s all about finding the right moment and right scenario to introduce the twist. This post provides ten ways for adding a plot twist into your story.
I’ve seen a lot of different ways to plan out story structure, but I just love the simplicity of this idea. It’s not only a simple way of plotting out your novel/short story/picture book (yes, it can equally be applied to all three), it manages to incorporate the main points of the story arc. I’ll definitely be using this system in future.
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