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Planning and Writing Historical Fiction: 6 Lessons from All the Light We Cannot See

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Writing historical fiction? All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr can teach you a lot. We reverse-outlined this Pulitzer Prize winner in Plottr and found simple, powerful lessons for telling stories that move readers. Who is Anthony Doerr? Anthony Doerr is an American author who was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. He’s …

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Writing Addictive Episodic Stories: From Campfires to Cliffhangers

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Episodic stories have deep roots. They come from oral tradition, where people told stories out loud and passed them on around fires for generations. Learn how to use the strengths of episodic writing — and how Plottr can help you make your own episodes and show bibles shine. Key Takeaways Stories in episodic formats succeed …

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Ultimate Character Template Sheet: How to Make Yours [150+ Trait Ideas]

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Some character traits fit together like villains and superyachts. Others are built to clash and create drama. A character template sheet will help you brainstorm traits and keep details straight. Here’s how to make one in Plottr — plus 150+ character trait ideas by genre! What Details Does a Character Profile Template Need? A character …

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