Fiction Plots & Pacing
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Ways to Create a Plot of a Book
Creating the plot of a novel is the first place an author may experience writers block. Use this method to develop a storyline every time. more...
How to Create a Plot for a Novel
People have always told stories, and the most memorable ones have a strong plot. What is a story plot, and how can a writer come up with a good one when writing a novel? more...
Truly riveting writing engages the reader through a compelling plot and subplots that build tension and suspense. more...
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By: Arthur Gulumian
By applying subplots along with the main story, you will effectively engage the reader in a tangible world where people can better relate to the characters or events. more...
Adding Suspense to a Novel – the Ticking Clock
By:
Marg McAlister
Everyone knows what it feels like to race against the clock: the rush of adrenaline; the fear of not making the deadline. So... add this to a book's plot to hook readers! more...
By: Kathryn Long
Many writers know that a story's plot should contain a beginning, middle and end, but not how to write it effectively with action that keeps the reader's attention. more...
Plotting a Novel – Raising the Stakes
By:
Marg McAlister
Once they understand how to raise the stakes in a novel, authors will please both readers and editors - and be much more likely to get a contract from a publisher. more...
Help for Common Plotting Problems
By: Vickie Britton
Authors are not always aware until they begin the actual writing that a certain scene isn't going to work. Here are some solutions for common plotting problems more...
Tips on Maintaing a Plot's Focus
By: Arthur Gulumian
By having a focused and centralized plot-line, your stories will be narrated at a much more comprehensible rhythm and allow the reader to enjoy the story's steadied pace. more...
Fast Fixes for Plotting Problems in NaNoWriMo
By:
Marg McAlister
Smart "WriMos" have a plot outline ready to go on November 1st - but what if the planned story doesn't work out? Some speedy tweaking is in order: here's how to do it. more...
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