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Exploring the Art of Plotting
EXPLORING THE ART OF PLOTTING helps writers plot a novel like a master storyteller.
DiAnn Mills explores how a plot works and how it is developed. She shows the novelist how to increase the stakes in a story and help characters overcome obstacles.
Your writing will be stretched to new horizons as you enhance your plotting skills.
DiAnn Mills explores how a plot works and how it is developed. She shows the novelist how to increase the stakes in a story and help characters overcome obstacles.
Your writing will be stretched to new horizons as you enhance your plotting skills.
172 pages, Paperback
Published April 26, 2021
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About the author
DiAnn Mills
128 books1,972 followersDiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who invites her readers to step into stories where suspense meets adventure and romance warms the heart. Known for crafting unforgettable characters tangled in unpredictable plots, DiAnn believes every breath we take unfolds a story waiting to be told—so why not make it thrilling?
Her novels have consistently landed on bestseller lists including CBA, ECPA, and Publishers Weekly, and have won prestigious awards such as the Christy, Selah, Golden Scroll, Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol awards.
DiAnn is a founding board member of American Christian Fiction Writers and Conference Advisor for the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers. She actively participates in Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, Mystery Writers of America, the Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild, International Thriller Writers, Outliers Writing University, and The Christian Pen. DiAnn passionately invests in helping fellow authors succeed through mentoring, book coaching, and editing. She travels nationwide speaking and teaching engaging writing workshops.
A proud coffee snob who roasts her own beans, DiAnn also enjoys diving into good books, experimenting in the kitchen, and unabashedly spoiling her grandchildren—whom she insists are the smartest kids in the universe. She and her husband make their home under the sunny skies of Houston, Texas.
Connect with DiAnn online for behind-the-scenes glimpses, writing tips, and lively discussions on any of the following social media platforms:
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Her novels have consistently landed on bestseller lists including CBA, ECPA, and Publishers Weekly, and have won prestigious awards such as the Christy, Selah, Golden Scroll, Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol awards.
DiAnn is a founding board member of American Christian Fiction Writers and Conference Advisor for the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers. She actively participates in Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, Mystery Writers of America, the Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild, International Thriller Writers, Outliers Writing University, and The Christian Pen. DiAnn passionately invests in helping fellow authors succeed through mentoring, book coaching, and editing. She travels nationwide speaking and teaching engaging writing workshops.
A proud coffee snob who roasts her own beans, DiAnn also enjoys diving into good books, experimenting in the kitchen, and unabashedly spoiling her grandchildren—whom she insists are the smartest kids in the universe. She and her husband make their home under the sunny skies of Houston, Texas.
Connect with DiAnn online for behind-the-scenes glimpses, writing tips, and lively discussions on any of the following social media platforms:
Website: https://diannmills.com/
Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/diann...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diannmills
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diannmillsa...
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannmills/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/diannmills/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/diannmills
X: https://twitter.com/diannmills
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July 10, 2021
“Writing – turning straw into gold.” – DiAnn Mills
Does plotting make you pivot and run in the opposite direction? Some writers plot, others write by the seat of their pants (pantsers). Plotting can be hard, but award-winning author and writing mentor, DiAnn Mills teaches us how to do if effectively in Exploring the Art of Plotting.
In this book, the author takes us through the plotting process, starting at the very beginning—with the reader’s expectations. Each chapter looks at the necessary steps for developing a strong story readers will not be able to put down.
This book is powerful. It’s the easiest writing book to understand and clearly written. At the end of each chapter there are questions and exercises she calls “Digging Deeper” that helps the author get to the heart of their story. Also, she shares her “Recommended Writing Books List” at the end of the book.
I give Exploring the Art of Plotting five stars. If you’re a new writer or a veteran, I highly recommend adding this to your library. You won’t regret it.
**Thank you to the author for a copy of this book. I received no compensation and the opinion in this review is my own.
Does plotting make you pivot and run in the opposite direction? Some writers plot, others write by the seat of their pants (pantsers). Plotting can be hard, but award-winning author and writing mentor, DiAnn Mills teaches us how to do if effectively in Exploring the Art of Plotting.
In this book, the author takes us through the plotting process, starting at the very beginning—with the reader’s expectations. Each chapter looks at the necessary steps for developing a strong story readers will not be able to put down.
This book is powerful. It’s the easiest writing book to understand and clearly written. At the end of each chapter there are questions and exercises she calls “Digging Deeper” that helps the author get to the heart of their story. Also, she shares her “Recommended Writing Books List” at the end of the book.
I give Exploring the Art of Plotting five stars. If you’re a new writer or a veteran, I highly recommend adding this to your library. You won’t regret it.
**Thank you to the author for a copy of this book. I received no compensation and the opinion in this review is my own.
August 1, 2021
In Exploring the Art of Plotting, DiAnn Mills pulls from her years of studying the craft of writing, along with her experience penning multiple award-winning novels, to educate writers on the many twists and turns of plotting. Within these 170 pages, DiAnn explores how plot is developed, how to overcome obstacles, and how to increase stakes. She shows how to begin a novel, how to fix sagging middles, and how to end with a satisfying resolution. She includes exercises at the end of each chapter for further guidance. My favorite chapter was on research tips. Here DiAnn offered many creative ideas beyond the usual to help enrich each novel.
September 6, 2021
I’ve read numerous books on writing craft and studying story structure. This gem is compact, thoughtful, and well-organized. I especially like the prompts and used them to further explore and define my own work. Check out the book on The Dance of Character and Plot & Exploring the Art of Character.
February 20, 2022
One of the most helpful books I’ve ever read on plotting. Thank you DiAnn Mills.
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