Ernest Hemingway‘s story uses dialogue to move this story forward. Read as a writer and notice how conflict is built through what the characters are not saying as much as they are saying. As you read, consider how you might write a story based on a single, important conversation. Note: this is pdf is from […]
Kurt Vonnegut on “The Shape of Stories”
In this short video (4 1/2 min.), writer Kurt Vonnegut (author of Slaughterhouse 5) offers his analysis of plot and movement in fiction writing. Though the tone of this lecture is humorous, Vonnegut offers valuable understanding of how readers themselves take an active role in the shape of a writer’s story. Note: Vonnegut may seem […]
“How to Write Story Plot” with Prompts from Margaret Atwood
This resource on creating plot found on the popular site Masterclass offers tips on understanding story structure and creating strong plots which are the backbone of structure. There is a also advice from Margaret Atwood, author of the classic novel and writer for the TV series, The Handmaid’s Tale. This guide includes a description of […]