PLOT
In simple words, plot is the sequence of events in your story that forms the framework of the narrative.
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THE SEVEN BASIC PLOTS:
WHY WE TELL STORIES
by Christopher Booker
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THE 7 PLOTS
a. Overcome the monster
The protagonist faces and defeats a powerful villain.
b. Rags to riches
From being poor to achieving wealth.
c. The quest
The protagonist embarks on a journey with a mission.
d. Voyage and Return
The protagonist unexpectedly embarks on a journey to a new world. Then returns to the original world with a changed character.
e. Comedy
Involves comedic situations.
f. Tragedy
Typically an emotional story and ending for the protagonist or another character.
g. Rebirth
The protagonist undergoes transformation or redemption.
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HOW TO WRITE A PLOT?
1. Write your outline.
2. Use your imagination.
3. Use the elements of fiction as your guide.
4. No one is perfect, so it's okay if the protagonist makes mistakes.
5. The protagonist doesn't always have to win.
6. Embrace challenges.
7. Spin the story around to make it fun and tricky, but ensure to connect the dots.
8. Take your time and make an effort on writing the plot twist.
9. Avoid unintentional plot holes.
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THREE ACT STRUCTURE
1. Beginning
The start of the story. Introduce the characters and the story's premise.
2. Middle
A clearer explanation of the story where readers' attention should be fully captured.
3. End
The story's conclusion. It could be a definite ending, cliffhanger, or a plot twist at the end that blows the readers' minds.
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PLOT TWISTS
The unexpected revelation, twist, surprise, or truth of the story.
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PLOT HOLES
The gaps, contradictions, inconsistencies, and unexplained/unresolved elements within the story.
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