Short stories are a fun, versatile form. Moving from setup to resolution in just a few thousand words is satisfying, but how can you make every moment of this journey count? The Larry Brooks short story template will help. Read on to learn more, and discover how to use this template in Plottr. What is …
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Visually tracking your story elements is a powerful way to see vital information at a glance. Color-coding in Plottr is just one of the flexible ways you can turn timelines, scene cards and tags into even more efficient story-planning tools. Read on for how to customize colors in Plottr, and nine ways to use color-coding …
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When you think of a classic “hero,” you might picture the lone wolf type. Yet what about protagonists who collaborate, connect and network their way to victory? Enter the Heroine’s Journey plot structure. Read on to learn all about the Heroine’s Journey plot template, its beats, and how you can use it effectively with Plottr. …
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Have you ever noticed how some characters seem so real and interesting that you can’t stop thinking about them? That’s the power of character development — the skill of creating personalities that bring your stories to life. Character development goes beyond just giving a main character a cool name. It’s about shaping individuals with depth, …
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