THE STORY MAP: PART 1

If you're not sure exactly what the Story Map is, be sure to check out last week's post. If you haven't yet downloaded the Story Map, you can find it here.

So here we are -- at the beginning. Part 1 of the Story Map is The Set Up, and it's pretty much exactly what it sounds like.

Typically, the beginning of your story sets the tone for the rest of your novel. The major plot points are noted. The major characters are introduced. The scene is set. Essentially, you're warming the reader up for the...