The EASIEST way to plot your book (novel outlining in 8 steps!)

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In this video, I share my personal system called the Plot Dot for organizing narratives. I discuss the importance of having a satisfying and structured story, and how general turning points can help guide the plot. I also touch on the significance of dramatic conflict and the potential for tension and suspense. If you've been struggling to finish your stories or need guidance on structuring your narrative, this video is for you. Watch it to learn more about the Plot Dot and how it can help you create a purposeful and satisfying story.
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[@CodyCEngdahl]

You should never have to apologize or justify plotting or writing stories that follow traditional Western narrative structures.

[@harveysmith3738]

That was awesome Derek. I'm glad I didn't open the excellent blog post "plot dot" first, because I needed to spend the two hours I did, taking notes of what you said and how I can direct that in my own writing. Great to see you back at it. You are the best. Have a good one there in Tainan. Harv in Taichung.

[@DerekMurphycreativindie]

sure thanks we'll have to do a writing session one of these days

[@harveysmith3738]

@@DerekMurphycreativindie that would be awesome!

[@miguelthedrawtist]

1:47 I bet that critique came from some insufferable, annoying, self-righteous woketivist. Those types always throw a wet blanket on everything, I swear. You do you, my guy. Nothing wrong with standing on the shoulders of tradition. If Joseph's ideas didn't work or weren't useful, they wouldn't have stuck around. People out here acting like Joseph Campbell k!lled enslaved African children or something. Smh
Anyway, this reminds me of Jessica Brody's _Save the Cat_ books and Dan Harmon's story circle. It's like your own spin on it, basically. I fux wit it 💯

[@PianoMan-hx3ev]

💯

[@7Bloodfire]

The plot dot is not for me. I have my own representation that visually conveys all the rising tension and increased stakes. ❤

[@DerekMurphycreativindie]

cool thanks for the feedback!