From Edie: If you're struggling with story structure, this blog post can help you discover why character-driven plots create stronger, more engaging stories—and how one simple shift can transform your writing.
The #1 Mistake Writers Make in Plotting—and the Simple Fix
by Zena Dell Lowe @ZenaDellLowe
I was sitting across from a writer at a recent conference, and she looked at me with that familiar, frustrated expression. “I know what happens in my story,” she said, “but I don’t know how to get there.”
Suddenly, I was reminded of something I’ve seen over and over again: How so many writers try to build a plot before they’ve built a character. They treat plot like it’s separate from the person experiencing it. And that’s why they continue to struggle. Here's a simple truth about story structure to help you stay on track.
