Plot & Structure
Plot & Structure (Write Great Fiction series)
by James Scott Bell
ISBN: 1-58297-297-X
$16.99 paperback, 240 pages
Craft an Engaging Plot
How does plot influence story structure? What’s the difference between plotting for commercial and literary fiction? How do you revise a plot or structure that’s gone off course?
With Plot & Structure, you’ll discover the answers to these questions and more. Award-winning author James Scott Bell offers clear, concise information that will help you create a believable and memorable plot, including:
- Techniques for crafting strong beginnings, middles, and ends
- Easy-to-understand plotting diagrams and charts
- Brainstorming techniques for original plot ideas
- Thought-provoking exercises at the end of each chapter
- Story structure models and methods for all genres
- Tips and tools for correcting common plot problems
Filled with plot examples from popular novels, comprehensive checklists, and practical hands-on guidance, Plot & Structure gives you the skills you need to approach plot and structure like an experienced pro.
About the Author
James Scott Bell is the best-selling author of many thriller novels, including Breach of Promise, Deadlock, and A Greater Glory, and the winner of the Christy Award for Excellence in inspirational fiction. A former trial lawyer, Jim now writes and speaks full time. His Web site is www.jamesscottbell.com.