If your story starts to slow down and lose momentum in the middle, don’t worry. It happens to the best of us. After introducing your world, character, and the conflict, it will feel like the middle is just there to fill the page until you reach the climax. Despite that feeling, the middle is the largest part of the story. It’s the story. That’s where character development and the plot…
Understanding story structure is essential for any writer who wants to craft great stories. Whether you are a plotter or a pantser, a strong foundation can elevate your story. Pre-existing formulas, like story structure, can be confusing. Therefore, you need a general idea of what it is. In this guide, we will break down five of the most popular story structures used by authors today: the Three-Act Structure, the Hero’s…
Seven-Point Story Structure: Unlock a Stronger, More Focused Plot Does story structure sound like Latin to you? Perhaps too vague and abstract. Well, because it is. There is no answer on how to plot your story, but there are methods. May I present the seven-point story structure? The seven-point story structure is a simple and focused outline technique that helps you plan your story. With only seven simple steps, you…
