I just had someone in another group ask me to explain plot points. I thought this would be a better place than in the other group (for beta reading). So, here I am.
I think it is a great question as many new writers are unaware that there are various conventions that can aid them in focusing their works into coherent masterpieces. Given that right now I have a beta read to concentrate on, I thought I would at least start the topic on methods of plotting.
I encourage anyone to join in and let us know what you think a plot does, why it is important, or why it might be bologna. If not useless, then what is your favorite way to plot a story? Maybe you start from the middle, or maybe the end, or maybe the beginning... Maybe you like Bell or Lakin or someone else's method. Maybe you don't plot at all at first and it all works out in the end, which makes me bow: Hail to the panster.
Anyway, I'll post soon too. Can't wait to hear what others do!
I think it is a great question as many new writers are unaware that there are various conventions that can aid them in focusing their works into coherent masterpieces. Given that right now I have a beta read to concentrate on, I thought I would at least start the topic on methods of plotting.
I encourage anyone to join in and let us know what you think a plot does, why it is important, or why it might be bologna. If not useless, then what is your favorite way to plot a story? Maybe you start from the middle, or maybe the end, or maybe the beginning... Maybe you like Bell or Lakin or someone else's method. Maybe you don't plot at all at first and it all works out in the end, which makes me bow: Hail to the panster.
Anyway, I'll post soon too. Can't wait to hear what others do!