Category: 4. Plot Events
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The 3 Act Story Structure Equals 4
The 3 act story structure never made sense to me until I understood how to divide it into 4 parts, and Story Beats what made the big difference!
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Who Wins the War of Plotters Vs. Pantsers?
Every month or two, I see another article touting the winner of the tug-o-war between plotters and pantsers.
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Writing Eight Days a Week
Like the Beatles song, how would you like to get an extra writing day each week, the time you need to take care of your life and your story?
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Character Development Questions for Writers
Character development questions help writers explore the traits and behaviors of people unlike ourselves, drawing readers into your stories.
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Enhance Your Story Structure with Details
Similar to the way top artists create their remarkable paintings, you can add layers of details to enhance your story structure.
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How-to-Write-a-Book Template
When writers ask for a how-to-write-a-book template, what they really need is a writing system, and they get that in the Trellis Method.
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Narrative Story Structure Tips for Engaging Readers
I’m always on the lookout for examples of narrative story structure, and here are tips sure to engage readers of any genre.
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Writing Encouragement: Fueling Your Creative Journey
I hadn’t planned to post today, and a message of writing encouragement wasn’t on my to-do list. Does this message resonate with you, too?
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The Story Spine: A Must Have Tool for Every Writer
Envision your book from beginning to end using the Story Spine, a fun and quick way to develop stories.
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Book Writing Tools to Strengthen Your Story
Discover powerful book writing tools to strengthen your story. Use apps like SimpleMind to visualize plot events and character relationships.
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Free Trellis Method Mini Course
It’s great to be alive in 2025, and that’s why I’m kicking off the New Year with the free Trellis Method Mini Course.
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Develop Your Writing Routine Today
Develop a consistent writing routine. It’s your competitive advantage, a source of joy, and powers your personal fiction factory.