Once upon a time, long before Elsa or Simba hit the big screen, a Russian folklorist studied the classic tales of his country. If Vladimir Propp were alive today, he’d be amazed at how many beloved stories follow the plot structure he developed. Not familiar with this structure? Read on to learn how to use …
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Like the Little Engine That Could, do you want to write faster and produce better works of fiction? Let the Story Engines Blueprint plot structure help. Combining the seven key elements of blockbuster storytelling, this structure is designed to help you write commercial fiction. And the best part? There’s a template for it ready to …
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Chilly gusts of eerie wind. Echoing growls from a dark abyss. The heart-thumping sensations of utter fear and terror. This is where the horror genre thrives. Plottr’s Horror Beat Sheet plot structure template will help you write page-turners that keep readers up at night. What is the Horror Beat Sheet? It’s hard to attribute the …
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Imagine waking up right as you’re dropped into a fierce battle about which you know nothing. You don’t even know how you got there. Talk about having to hit the ground running! Opening a story in the middle of the action (in medias res) is an excellent way to capture readers’ attention. The In Medias …
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