Plot Basics: Plot Your Novel or Screenplay in Eight Sequences

There is no secret formula for plot - but there is a pattern that has proved satisfying...
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Author: Paul Tomlinson
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Plot Basics: Plot Your Novel or Screenplay in Eight Sequences by Tomlinson, Paul

Plot Basics: Plot Your Novel or Screenplay in Eight Sequences

$193.63

Plot Basics: Plot Your Novel or Screenplay in Eight Sequences

$193.63
Author: Paul Tomlinson
Format: Paperback
Language: English
There is no secret formula for plot - but there is a pattern that has proved satisfying to readers and movie-goers for years. Once you have an understanding of this underlying structure you can apply it to a novel or screenplay in any genre.In Plot Basics you'll see: How to break down your plot into four quarters and decide what must happen in each - applying the 'rule of three' to give a strong through-line with rising action and suspense. How to divide these into eight sequences that enable you to tell your story with maximum dramatic effect - including six major turning points plus a midpoint and a climax. What individual story elements belong in each of the eight sequences and how to develop them.You can use the eight sequences method to plot a story from scratch. Apply it to edit the first draft of a novel or screenplay you already have. Or use it to take apart a story you've started but which isn't working.When you know what needs to go where in a story, you can get on with the fun part of writing and create something for readers or movie-goers to enjoy - safe in the knowledge that your plot works

Author: Paul Tomlinson
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 09/09/2017
Pages: 182
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.39d
ISBN: 9781976098758

About the Author
Paul Tomlinson is a British writer of fiction in the mystery, crime, science fiction and fantasy genres. He has also published articles on film and author interviews in print magazines and online. Find him at www.paultomlinson.org


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