TPW 089: How to Write a Novel Without an Outline?
In this episode, Ryan tackles a topic that only few dare to tread: writing a novel without an outline. Much writing advice and many books have been written on how to outline a novel. How about scrapping the outline and writing into the dark? Ryan will...
In this episode, Ryan tackles a topic that only few dare to tread: writing a novel without an outline. Much writing advice and many books have been written on how to outline a novel. How about scrapping the outline and writing into the dark? Ryan will show you how. More writer resources: https://www.theprolificwriter.net/
Mentioned on the Show:
- Book: Writing into the Dark by Dean Wesley Smith
- The key elements of every good good story: 1. A character in a setting with a problem. 2. Something or someone opposing the main character from getting what they want. 3. How will character try and solve the problem? How are they going to fail (3-5 failures)? 4. What is causing the character to want to give up on the mission? Who/What will be their guide and inspiration to inspire them to keep going? 5. How will character succeed in one more final attempt? 6. How will you resolve the story? Give a happy ending.
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