Want readers gasping, flipping back pages, and texting their friends? Plot twists do that. Here are 15 big surprise ideas (plus how to track each jaw-dropper in Plottr). What are Plot Twists? Twists are surprise moments that reveal secrets, change a character’s goal, or make you see the story in a new way. What do …
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Is memoir on your mind? It’s one of the most popular (and powerful) forms in nonfiction. Learn how to write memoir and plan, shape, and tell true stories. What is Memoir? Memoir vs Autobiography Both are stories you write about your life. Yet while autobiography sticks to a start-to-finish timeline, memoir often zooms in on …
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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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Want to see the shape of your story come to life? A plot diagram (or story plot chart) shows the highs, lows, or turning points of a tale at a glance. It helps you spot how scenes connect, where tension builds, or how different timelines and choices might unfold. Bonus: it’s also great behind-the-scenes content …
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Looking for a plot generator that does more than churn out the same tired “You are a wizard in a tavern…”? Here’s the truth: the best plot generator is you, plus a few tools to help your imagination soar. Brainstorming a brand-new novel, or stuck in the messy middle? Here are seven methods that beat …
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