HOW TO STRUCTURE YOUR BOOK - MY PLOTTING METHOD

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@RyanStorey1231 3 года назад

"I'm making shit up as I go along." - A NY Times best-selling author

@miner_girl3989 3 года назад

how strange

@SamuelSamuelSamuel1 3 года назад

- hayao miyazak (He founded Studio ghibli and even made iconic movies like Spirited away)

@francisdhomer5910 2 года назад

My first book started that way. The first couple of months was writing the tale, the country,, the bad guy the good guy the new good guy the hero the repayment hero the guy became a woman then... You get the picture. All of a sudden the story took on a life of it's own. Got slapped a few times by the character when I had them doing something they would not do. Then the main character grabbed me and told me he was the way he was because. Things fell into positions. I started writing backstories, I wrote notes to why things were happening. My world exploded. Doing what is suggested not only grew my story, but gave me background for others. Other tales had a foundation. So the advice given not only help your present story but build other stories. You never know what your scribbling will developed into to or what your outline will make. You may think you are building one story but you just built the outline for ten stories.

@donaldcash113 Год назад

Any author.

@corenlavolpe6143 3 года назад

As someone who is plotting a very long form story in the form of a comic, structuring sub arcs and subplots that weave with the overarching plot is definitely a tough task.

@luca553 3 года назад

Omg same I'm also plotting a comic and I'm having such a hard time lmao,, anyway good luck! :)

@1tzm3hh 3 года назад

I might make my book a comic but I find that comics are a lot easier to structure than actual books so I'm trying to increase my artistic skills in case I do make my book into a comic.

@galsacuzalopte8179 3 года назад

Same

@toxicsugarart2103 3 года назад

Saaame

@stephvandykeozzy 3 года назад

It's like that for me to but for a novel; putting the subplots and character arcs together. It does get tough.

@V4Veridian 3 года назад

Teach me, dear Cyborg Queen!

@prosirmation352 3 года назад

Yes i agree

@camislonely2207 3 года назад

haha is this a saiki k reference?

@jackson5802 3 года назад

"give the MC a win, don't make the plot a total downer" Me, writing a tragedy where 15/16 important characters die: 👁️👄👁️

@DY2727 3 года назад

Me: **Laughs In writing psychological horror and mc dies at the end if not suffers a worse fate**

@Enya_artist 3 года назад

Me: *makes the only hope in the mc's life betray and try to kill them*

@jackson5802 3 года назад

@@Enya_artist that x3 and you get my book

@Enya_artist 3 года назад

@@jackson5802 jesus your character must be in *PAIN*

@jackson5802 3 года назад

@@Enya_artist that was the ultimate goal yes (romeo and juliet situation with no love and everyone except for the main character dies because living causes them more pain)

@equilibrium8088 3 года назад

"Your book can't just be a series of progressively worse failures." Lemony Snicket: Am I a joke to you?

@freetoplayking7362 3 года назад

there's a good reason why it's called "a series of unfortunate events"

@beccag2758 3 года назад

There is no happy ending, and no happy beginning, and very few happy things in between😂

@peachy-wd6ci 3 года назад

Ahahahhaah I love asoue

@everythingcoffee8901 3 года назад

I mean it is sort of a subversion of the usual rules of writing, so of course it'll not really comply to most of this shit lmao

@freetoplayking7362 3 года назад

@@everythingcoffee8901 sure, if you call setting the rulebook on fire using a kid's inheritance as kindling as just 'subversive'

@kiddosstarkraving5600 3 года назад

how does this lady know what I need all the time? what is this cyborg sorcery?

@Sleepystrawberry707 3 года назад

Here’s the guide incase you’ve finished the video and forgot like me TT Act 1 Beginning 1- A look into the future 2- A look at normal life 3- Desire 4- Dilemma 5- Taking action Act 2 Meat & Potatoes 6- In over their head 7- Blunders 8- Learning 9- The first win 10- Perspective shift Act 3 Shit Get Wild 11- Threat worsens 12- Struggle 13- Major loss 14- Breaking point 15- Wallow 16- Redemption 17- The almost 18- The climax 19- The fallout 20- Resolution Happy writing! Stan Cyborg queen!💜

@lalaliet 3 года назад

*you are a life saver*

@laurenmiller9143 3 года назад

MAY THE CYBORG GODS BLESS YOU IMMENSELY

@Mmmmmmmona 3 года назад

i love you, thank you so much❤🧡💛💚💙💜

@Sleepystrawberry707 3 года назад

I just wanted to say thank you for your kind comments everyone! :D

@CosplaySakura 3 года назад

Omg thanks! Life saver 💖

@tombombaddie 3 года назад

“Sometimes you’ve gotta wallow in your shit to climb out of it.” Ain’t it the truth ❤️

@billyalarie929 3 года назад

I'VE BEEN DOING THIS FOR FUCKING 20 YEARS WHEN DOES THE ASCENT BEGIN PLX

@CaskettShipper96 3 года назад

Jear Desus, how do you always know exactly what I need? 2nd draft out here kicking my ass.

@lulujaime7243 3 года назад

came here to comment almost exactly this!!😂💞

@CaskettShipper96 3 года назад

@@lulujaime7243 😂😂😂

@CaskettShipper96 3 года назад

@Jayde Clark 👀 *whispers* ar-are you? 👀

@animated-antagonist8785 3 года назад

LMAO I'm here because I'm struggling with my second draft too

@QuillASMR 3 года назад

'Jear Desus' 😂👏

@karp652 3 года назад

I’m a teenage author and I’m starting my first book, these videos get me through writing block, thanks!

@francisdhomer5910 2 года назад

It's a year later and I hope things are going good. I hope you saved the first paragraph and can look at it and go, "What a complete pile of rubbish, piled on crap, mixed with vomit." That right there more than anything any of can say will show how much you have grown. I do the same thing to this day. I say the same thing about the cess pool I wrote yesterday. But each day you will get better. Good luck in your endeavor.

@michaelcherokee8906 2 года назад

Supposedly there is no such thing as a writing block. The reasoning sounded sound, but Im not completely convinced.

@sampetersen5011 3 года назад

Why can we only like a video? This needs a love button

@mrwhitehimself 3 года назад

Holy crap - dedicated pantster that I am when it comes to plotting, I’ve almost finished the first draft of my current book - and the story follows these steps almost exactly. Even the bits at the end I haven’t written yet fall into this structure. You’ve definitely got something here!

@susanscott8653 2 года назад

You have probably already learnt the structure from books and movies - for example LOTR.

@zephyr4960 3 года назад

I structure books by outlining three chapters for every point of the 8 point story arc and then moving stuff around to fix the pacing so it isn't monotonous. Some points on the 8-arc take longer than others, like Quest takes much longer. But that's what I typically do before I outline first draft.

@poetofthelost 3 года назад

This is a good look into what a planner does. I'm all about that Panster life... with very little plotting.

@onenof10 3 года назад

Still good info, as you’ll use structural beats to shape your story after discovering it. Pants your way from beginning to end and then use structure to know what needs trimmed and what may need added. Planners and pantsers, architects and gardeners, outliners and discovery writers. Everybody does the same general things, just in different ways and at different times.

@ericb.171 3 года назад

Yeah but you still need somewhat of a story structure right? I'm a crazy pantser but I still have a semblance of what my structure is. Do you not even do that? Just curious.

@poetofthelost 3 года назад

@@ericb.171 Yes and no. For example. I have two series that I'm working on and they have a small structure, but even that's subject to change. but my Novel "Elixir of feelings" started by me just 'recording' what my characters did for weeks until I had a whole story

@poetofthelost 3 года назад

@@onenof10 Very true, I found that even with very little planning, 2 out of 3 of my novels follow very closely to Jenna's guide.

@taylorwilliams4179 3 года назад

Im so glad this video came out. Im in desperate need of a vid like this as I dont know what the fuck my storyline is at the mome t

@sky1786 3 года назад

same

@sophiamartinez649 3 года назад

The timing is perfect, i just started a new book! (I mean ive already planned it, but still good to know if i want to add things, as its not in full detail) Edit: Found the looking into the future part hilarious, as it is very literal for me hahaha. Anyways, overall a very insightful video!

@yunonasumi7982 3 года назад

She can read minds. Needed this, so thank you very much.

@Namse21 3 года назад

Act 1 1. Look into future 2. Normal life 3. Establishing desire 4. Intro dilemma 5. Mc taking action Act 2 6. Shit overhead 7. Blunders 8. Learning 9. First win 10. Perspective Shift Act 3 11. Shit gets worse 12. Struggle bus 13. Major loss 14. Breaking point 15. Wallow 16. Redemption 17. Almost 18. Climax 19. Fallout 20. Resolution

@torturedalex13 3 года назад

Hello Miss Jenna, I'm just curious about how can we make our characters' learning montage believable or realistic. Thank You! 😍

@Desi1992 3 года назад

Well whats your story what does your main character hope to achieve once you've figured this out then tailer the learning process or montages accordingly

@zyrillsnickers3286 3 года назад

OMG yes. I have been waiting for this since your last video. Love this video, all hail The Cyborg Queen!

@peachy-wd6ci 3 года назад

This timing is so perfectttt. I finally finished my first chapter and I'm writing my second but I'm now realising that my structure is HORRIBLE

@dyllon_writer 3 года назад

omg these TSS outros!! I need this audiobook so bad XD

@dilemma3002 3 года назад

thanks so much for your videos they have taken my writing so far!!

@quuenbanaana8425 3 года назад

Same here🙋‍♀️

@justadanette5017 3 года назад

I've been waiting for this video for YEARSSSSS. I never knew how to plan my fic and now i have a actual structure i understand, thank you, Cyborg queen 🥺

@a1_DEE 3 года назад

I'm early and Jenna is looking beautiful as always!❤ Teach me your ways, queen! PS: I NEED TO KNOW WHAT THE REST OF YOUR SHIRT SAYS HAHAHA

@DarylBClarke 3 года назад

I think the last word is 'iconic'. I could be wrong.

@billyalarie929 3 года назад

i looked it up, it's "Iconic" no further comment 👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀

@jewellchunn2251 3 года назад

This is literally what I needed for my sequel. I’ve been struggling for a month trying to figure out a structure. Now it’s easier to just fill in what happens

@oceanparkavenue 3 года назад

This is the 5th time you’ve released a video right when I’m having said problem

@roxanamartinez2026 3 года назад

it was incredibly interesting to realize that the structure of my book, also very much subconscious and instinctual, follows exactly every one of these plot points TO THE LETTER. impressive.

@mathildehirth8408 3 года назад

And here I was trying to write...

@ThrottleKitty 3 года назад

Act 2: The Meat But what if my MC is vegetarian? :(

@akgwriting9481 3 года назад

Lol

@TheOther-Dude 3 года назад

*Act 2: The Tofu

@EuphoricWasteland 3 года назад

Beyond Meat.

@Anayaah421 3 года назад

She included potatoes for the vegetarians :D

@quuenbanaana8425 3 года назад

Jenna’s videos make wednesdays much more pleasant and there’s no way I’m the only one who thinks that way

@awkwardorangedrawz5914 3 года назад

This helps so frickin' much! I've been watching your videos for about 2 years now but I've watched most of your oldest videos and onwards. You've helped me so much! Thank you.

@OlettaLiano 3 года назад

Interesting plotting system. It's similar to the way I've been plotting, but ads a few extra tasty plot points. Thanks Jenna, I'll give it a go.

@alextheartist3754 3 года назад

Thanks, Jenna! I'm currently working on a huge 3 volume graphic novel, and watching your videos always makes me feel like writing. All hail the Cyborg Queen :)

@yuuri9064 3 года назад

Good luck!

@alextheartist3754 3 года назад

@@yuuri9064 Thank you! :D

@aries23990629 3 года назад

Madam: I have collected nearly all of your broadcasts over the years since you began, and I have to say this is THE best one so far. It happens to match my exact needs right now, as I'm on the cusp of changing from one genre to another (historical romance to low fantasy).

@coachworthy_ 3 года назад

Thanks for all your tips and videos, they’ve really been helpful! Finally stopped BSing and wrote my first chapter. 🤣

@kristophergathercoal5044 3 года назад

This is better than the basic image of plot/rising action/climax. You can build your own progression image based on this. I follow absolutely no writers or advice channels but found myself following this one, and I will probably eventually purchase your work solely based on how much you convince me to take you seriously, after watching nearly all your videos. The mix of sarcasm and truth is great. Love it.

@kristinalam6614 3 года назад

I've been binge-watching Jenna's videos for the past week, and I've been watching videos I don't even need to watch just to hear her talk (in a totally not creepy way lol). I'm always there for the shameless self-promotion lol.

@Zachary-de2ri Месяц назад

This just helped me SOO much! I feel silly getting so wrapped up in where the adventure begins. It feels like that moment should be straight forward, but each 1,000 versions I’ve tried make me cringe and hate myself. 😂 Thanks a ton! Stay golden, and best wishes to you and Cliff! ❤

@lethalprincess2087 2 года назад

Ok but I can listen to you talk all day 😅 this is very helpful. Now I don't feel like I'm aimlessly writing on and on and on for no apparent reason, without a permanent and logical goal set in place. Thank you!

@marykateodonnell2800 2 года назад

Ah!! I’m a frustrated pantser who is trying to plot my next book and I NEEDED this!!

@hoppybirdy6967 3 месяца назад

Thank you for this video! I'm writing a narrative for school, and I had practically no idea how to do so before watching this wonderful guide!

@GirlWithSquareEyes 3 года назад

OMG Thank you so much for making this! I've been struggling with the 3 act structure for ages cuz I thought each act had to be a similar size! 😂

@RRose-vw1ex 3 года назад

This is great. I've been flip-flopping on where to sit the climax and how much worse to make it. Now I feel comfortable taking my MC and making him absolutely miserable. xD

@melmc3306 3 года назад

Never commented on one of your videos before but been a long-time viewer. Just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your content. Your videos have definitely helped me in the moments when I’ve been stuck and you’ve gotten me over the finish line. My book’s now written and am trying to get it published. Whether or not this happens for me is another question entirely but at least I’ve done it. Thanks Jenna! Sending miles of Scottish smiles 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@kaljnes9524 3 года назад

Good thing I found this when starting my book/novel. This will defiantly help me with my structure, in the upcoming chapters.

@negyt7665 3 года назад

Hol up. Did you say writing for over 30 years? You don't even look 30.

@ronisila3040 3 года назад

I KNOW RIGHT

@122Delta 3 года назад

She's immortal

@unicornmovieco.5637 3 года назад

She's beautiful :)

@lalaliet 3 года назад

Cyborg queens don't age 😌

@missrubyphoenix 3 года назад

Learning to write at 5-6 yo?

@supernova6694 3 года назад

That helped! I'm a bit lost in plotting my novel, now I'm back on track. Thank you!

@nocturnus009 3 года назад

Gratitude for vectoring the discussion in a constructive manner Jenna. There was an interesting counterpoint that might be helpful: in the second season of Elizabeth Gilbert’s Magic Lessons Podcast (Episode 207) she & Neil Gaiman talked about how some fall into 🦦 or 🐬in their creative journey. Where one finds drive in consistently in being inconsistent or loves to live within a consistent (expected) pattern. I am not going to illuminate their point as elequently as they, I only hope people consider where they fall o the Otter Dolphin spectrum as their story craft journey progresses. The story might dictate deviation from the author’s comfort zone or the process of creating might evolve the become unrecognizable to previous finished stories.

@adobejuan2160 3 года назад

Nice outline. Q: can each Chapter contain a mini version of these Plot elements? Thx

@bluekaye5123 3 года назад

Thank you, jenna! I was stuck on my scifi book. You've written a page of my life story today!

@silverhassium0622 3 года назад

Thank you, Jenna!! Thank you, Aj Mason, from patreon!! I needed this exact video

@atouchofserenity 3 года назад

I honestly think this is the most helpful video I've ever watched when it comes to my writing. I'll be using this template to advance my writing from this moment on. It's a much stronger outline template. Thank you so much.

@caboose8402 3 года назад

So this covers your plotting technique. Could you do a video on your drafting process? Like if and how you outline, sprinting if you do it, editing, etc.

@paulkay3594 3 года назад

Thank You Jenna! I have all the elements of the 'Hero's Journey' and was feeling pretty good, but as you explained every one of your steps I realized I had all of your steps too , especially the leaving questions asked and unanswered and hints for the inciting incident of the second book. You articulated a more nuanced structure that seems to better show how I had laid out my story structure.

@smokey8472 3 года назад

Wonderful video! These tips are very essential. Thank you so much. ❤ =)

@hadeshatespercyjacksonbuti4122 3 года назад

There are few people who can create a RU-vid video, and for me to watch the full thing, without clicking off. Jenna, our Cyborg Queen is one of them. I can watch her videos in full. Her videos are hilarious, helpful and entertaining, amazing job Jenna, keep up the amazing work.

@luke0638 3 года назад

I can not tell you how long I've been subscribed or the number of times I've talked about your channel to my friends who are interested in writing.

@akgwriting9481 3 года назад

Can you go a video on the differences between novel, novella and light novels please?

@gotitmemorized9449 3 года назад

Thank you Jenna! This is exactly the kind of video I've been looking for. I'm working on my first book and hit a roadblock 20 pages in that I've been stuck on for months, I'm definitely going to give this a try this weekend and plot out more!

@lilijennings7316 3 года назад

Always look forward to your vids!

@mariejackson3212 Месяц назад

Very good info! I might watch this again because it's helpful!

@clairehawkes1112 2 года назад

Jenna, i really like your style. you are very down to earth and understand people. Nice

@aSmallDecline 2 года назад

I absolutely love how you present yourself! So many writing videos are so peppy, and general ick, but this is fantastic. Feels like a couple of pals sitting down, chatting utter shite, and I think that is super effective. Your carefree persona is just.. admirable and relatable. So many new and young writers today become quickly overwhelmed at just how much goes into plotting a novel, and you give it straight and right-to-the-point with a sprinkle of swearing (which I repeat, I love!). This is by FAR my favourite channel to watch in regards to writing guidance, and I have recommended it to a few of my novice writer friends too. Thanks for doing you, boo. Keep it up! xo

@aSmallDecline 2 года назад

p.s. I have TSC and TSS on my Christmas list. Santa be good! Aha.

@feniasklika125 3 года назад

I just wanted to say that I have been watching your channel for years but I only just ordered your books a few days ago... And so far from what I’ve read, I love them!! I wish I had bought them earlier

@booksandbrushes4868 3 года назад

Yessss I've been highly anticipating this one!! I wrote full notes on it 😊 I love structure, am a total planner but at the same time get stuck on this part so much. I find I struggle to make a plot plan I'm happy with and hopefully this will help it slot into place! I love the points, wish me luck! Xx

@deed5953 3 года назад

FIRST I love you so much Jenna

@marthawilley5512 3 года назад

I loved this information, you really made it clear and I can’t wait to try plotting using these steps.

@ScullyPop 3 года назад

This is a fantastic book channel.

@helenab2520 3 года назад

Interesting, must use it for chapter structure.

@dessymanbermudababy5963 3 года назад

Oh LOL I plotted my book the same way you suggested, before I saw this video!!

@creamixxes4026 3 года назад

This spying on my house is getting out of hand Jenna always knows what I need

@gchristopherklug 3 года назад

Great videos. I teach genre writing in a university and it’s always refreshing to hear your take on things. Excellent.

@dragonwithamonocle 3 года назад

I am going to try to put down an idea into text and maybe write a short book, and plotting is always how I wanted to start... So I wanted to brush up because I've been following your channel since I was in high school. Lo and behold: the exact video I needed is right there on the front page. And don't feel old- I wasn't in high school THAT long ago.

@UNSEENYOUKNOW 11 месяцев назад

I love your energy ❤️

@alyssaw3510 3 года назад

Can you do a video about your favorite books you've read? I love your books so I feel like you'd have great recommendations on what to read.

@brokenursa9986 3 года назад

I can see where parts of my story ideas already fit into most of this framework entirely by accident, but there are some mismatches due to how I approach writing. I tend to differentiate between the plot and the story, where plot is the events that occur throughout the narrative, and the story is how the characters interact with the plot and grow and change throughout its progression. My main project breaks from the structure laid out here because the main story ends with still maybe four or five chapters left in the plot, so the resolution happens before the climax, and then there's a second resolution after that.

@nimedhel09 3 года назад

Well, took me some time to have time to sit down, watch and take notes! Thank you Jenna! This was a wonderfully useful video (as always)! You basically broke down the narrative structure in a way that's really accessible and comprehensive for everyone. You don't have any idea how confusing how story structures have confused me! I have broken down 5 different structures (basically, they're the same, but explained and broken down differently) but there was always confusion regarding the 2nd act. Your explanations are, basically, following every single story structure I've come across, but in a more detailed and easier way to grasp what's really at stake. It's quite easy to do it instinctually if you're an avid reader, I think, but it's great to have a thorough breakdown of the theory.

@DarthBiomech 3 года назад

I'm excited and relieved to see that the plot I've outlined for my story roughly matches the structure. A couple of important things were missing, so thanks for pointing them out! My story is for a videogame though, so I wonder if player losing can be a substitute for the main character's blunders and struggle. X)

@zenebornman7917 3 года назад

Thank you so much Jenna! You're always awesome at giving advice for everything. ❤👍

@aashitiwari2044 3 года назад

Okay wtf... I started plotting my second draft yesterday and this video popped up I- All hail the cyborg queen

@Eluzian86 3 года назад

I find it very useful to use real life to structure my novel depending on the type of story it is. If it's a revolution or a civil war, then you can use the Seven Stages of Revolution: 1. Reformers Complain 2. Symbolic Action 3. New Constitution 4. Radicals Take Over 5. Use of violence 6. End of Terror 7. Strong Man. If it's a social movements, then you can use the Four Stages of Social Movement: 1. Emergence 2. Coalescence 3. Bureaucratization 4. Decline. If your story includes genocide, then you should reference the Ten Stages of Genocide. My favorite thing about using these as a reference is that it also provides what the opposition can attempt at each stage as well. Look it up for details. I figure use reality as often as possible to have your story feel as real as possible. The Ten Stages of Genocide: 1. Classification 2. Symbolization 3. Discrimination 4. Dehumanization 5. Organization 6. Polarization 7. Preparation 8. Persecution 9. Extermination 10. Denial

@martizen 3 года назад

ive come across many types of story outlines but none were as easily comprehensive as this one! thank you so much jenna for the wisdom 🙏 💕

@thebookoutt 9 месяцев назад

Thank you. This video is very helpful!

@DeniseWitmer 3 года назад

Perfect timing! Thanks :)

@slushbee 3 года назад

You just gave me an act 2 guide which I really needed so thank you Jenna!

@mom2many166 3 года назад

Soooo helpful THANK YOU!

@fireworksswagger144 3 года назад

Some got mezmerized by Jenna's beauty that they accidentaly pressed the dislike button.

@derrickbeemer1260 3 года назад

I love this human

@EmilyCheetham 3 года назад

This is the best video Iv heard on breaking down the book into sections Iv seen. Will re- watch and roughly write this down in my notebook to help me set out my story. Thanks.

@ecefiridin3909 2 года назад

I actually get inspired by your way of teaching! I am so pumped by your steps and always taking notes alongside. Thank you Jenna

@mauricemagiqceo Год назад

Still relevant thanks for this

@gregoryhancock6057 3 года назад

Once again, thank you very much for this look into your structure, Jenna. I was run over by a story concept recently (well, it's been there a while, but recent events brought it roaring to the front burner) and I have been wondering how I can gauge if this story is a single, huge book, a trilogy, a longer series, or is it more of a setting for many different stories? There's a lot of meat on these bones and the approach seems to be a unique take that only a few authors have touched on, but it could go many places beyond my MC's arc. Thoughts?

@crazybookcanary8941 3 года назад

I have had that same problem but then I asked myself how long of a book do I want to write? Too short and it's cringe, too big and people loose interest. Then I ask myself will I answer all of the questions I want to answer in the first book? can I do it without seeming rushed? In all I looked back to my favorite books, single books, trilogies, or longer series and tried to imagine the story I wanted to tell as if they were a single book, a trilogy, or a longer series. believe me this helps give you an idea of what your story could be. If I feel the story needs to be longer but I'm worried I don't have enough to do a trilogy I think in what way can I maximize the story without changing it too much and make it better. On the flip side I don't want to change it too much or add any un necessary viewpoints, plots, and or characters. Its a balancing act. if your worried, write the book as if you are going to do a trilogy but if you find that its better to leave it a single then do so, and if you do a trilogy and think I have more of a story to tell her then at that point think of doing a longer series. Good luck! Edit: Even single books can have more a setting for different stories within the story, or a story outside or close to the story you want to tell, stories of the same universe etc. All stories can do this, take for example, the marvel universe, they started out doing Iron Man all those years ago with no true plan to turn it into this franchise they have now. They focused on showing a good story that was so good they couldn't help but expand it. Hope this helps and I didn't confuse you.

@chillero3heftig712 2 года назад

my shortcut at the start is, introducing the characters by using the stories dilemma. i work on something where the threat gets mentioned in the very first sentence via news that my chars watch. ALSO bringing back an ex for artificial drama is actually one of the very worst plots a story can have due to the many times it already got used, due to the many mistakes that can be made and actually are made whenever i read it and due to the fact that that we prolong a story that already has a good ending, unless the love story is a side thing

@gabemcintosh7568 3 года назад

Did you make a video of how to start a story? Because im struggling with exactly how to start mine, like what first couple words would be and what the setting is

@Stellarfront 3 года назад

This is what I needed Thanks so much ily💗💗💚

@torspedia 3 года назад

Ta very much for this, gonna have to use it as a base for my stories (at least till I can come up with my own). :-)

@adamjscholte583 3 года назад

Love your break down in structure of the novel

@glaceongirl1011 3 года назад

Okay this has helped me a lot more than I thought. I watched this and tried thinking about my plot points along the way. Whenever I realized something didn’t fit, I tried finding something else that could work for that and how to make it a more interesting part of the story. Anyway I realized my story would end up cutting a bit shorter than this list, but since I’m doing a comic it’s not too important since I can use that as an excuse for a hiatus LOL