editTips and Tricks
Below are 10 tips and tricks on how to write a plot that flows.
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Don't answer every question right away - create curiosity in the reader to keep them interested.
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Avoid writing stereotypical plot lines - add in twists and surprises when possible.
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Create a unique plot instead of recycling other stories - keep the reader interested and engaged to ensure they keep reading.
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Subplots are okay to incorporate, but ensure they add to the story (e.g., provide a deeper understanding of characters, create tension).
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Include subplots that might not appear key when they are happening, but turn out to be very important later in the story.
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Write out a plot outline to guide the writing process, but feel free to change or switch things around when actually writing.
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Look at the story's plot through the eyes of a reader and be critical.
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Don't forget to include subtle misdirection and/or subtle foreshadowing.
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When creating plot twists ensure they feel natural and not forced - characters can be the best source of plot twists, as they guide the story.
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When writing, it is important to keep in mind that characters should not be guaranteed safety - this emphasizes that anything can happen.
For more information, visit the following websites from which the above points were gathered:
https://www.nownovel.com/blog/how-to-plot-novel/
https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/10-simple-tips-writing-clever-plot-twists/
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