How I Outline: A Plotter's Version
Hi friends! I hope you've been doing as well as you can in our chaotic little world. I've recently wrapped up another round of revision and sent off the updated manuscript to my agent. I'll be taking a bit of a writing break, but starting the process of outlining a new WIP (yes, yes, I know. I have like twenty million of them at the moment). I am most certainly a plotter, with some pantsing inclinations. If you are in the same boat, you might find my process of outlining useful. So, buckle in! If you are familiar with my revision method , you'll realize I can be... pretty heavy on the notes, hah. A big caveat to say that the story arc that dominates Western storytelling is not the only way to tell a story. I personally do use these templates when I craft my own stories for a few reasons: For better or worse, they are the most widely available online. There's a myriad of templates, texts, and resources explaining each arc and plot beats. There are also resources o...