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Writing Hacked 6- Plot Writing
Disclaimer: PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE PROCEEDING FURTHER!
I have no formal education in creative writing or literature whatsoever. I learned everything by myself through youtube, reading, research, understanding, and writing away as much as I can. I make a lot of mistakes whether it be grammatical or any other kind. I hope you can point them out and help me correct it so I can learn more. I will try my best to provide you errorless guidance though. I am not going to pretend to know everything because I really don't. I have a lot to discover yet.
Whatever I am going to tell you here is through my own understanding and experience.
Enjoy.
💥Writing Hacked- 6💥
HOW TO WRITE A GOOD STORY
Please check out the previous post before proceeding further:
1. Stasis
2. The Trigger
3. Quest 4. Surprise
5. Critical choice
6. Reversal 7. Resolution
7. The Reversal
This stage is the consequence of the critical choice and climax of the story.
This is where we see the results of the choices which had been in the entire course of the story.
Things turn around and we finally have answers.
In movies, this stage is used to explain the mysteries and reasons for a certain event that was unexplained earlier. And in books, this is where writers describe little details that were left behind to solve for readers. It often occurs in crime novels that small puzzles or hints are left by the writers and this is the part where they reveal those particular details.
In most of the stories, there is a positive outcome like a protagonist has won the battle, the couple is finally together, the case has been solved, justice prevailed, someone lost has returned to their home, etc.
While in many stories/cases it could be negative too and the biggest examples are horror stories.
The monster or ghost killed the protagonist at the end and kept haunting the place.
Critical choices made by the protagonist might have created some effect that went against them in the climax.
It all depends on how you want your story to end.
🌸Tip- It's better to have a rough idea of how you want your story to end so you can construct the quest and the climax easily.🌸
↪Eg:
⚠ SPOILERS AHEAD! If you have not read my story 'Garden Of Spiders' until now, go check it out in the story section. I will be using it in many examples since I have used very basic methods in it⚠
A) We finally learn who killed Maya's husband and how the events unfolded when the killer is taken into custody. I added some elements of surprise here and explained how little things that were gone unnoticed earlier influenced the plot.
B) Harry Potter defeated Voldemort, kept his friends safe, and returns as a winner. He is rewarded by Dumbledore and outcomes were entirely in his favor which is also very common in children's books.
C) In Bahubali, Shiva defeats Bhallaladeva and burns him on the pyre which Devasena had created over the years hence avenging his father and freeing the people of Mahismati from the reign of the cruel king.
The reversal marks the end of all the conflicts and is the official point where the journey has ended.
8. Resolution
Everything slowly returns to normal and a new stasis forms but this time with developed characters, a story to tell and the memories of the journey.
Your main character has evolved, learned, experienced, and might have a new set of skills too. They could be more mature or even worse than before.
This is the point where countless writers put surprise.
The new couple might be pregnant, maybe the return of villain is next part is suggested, the ghost latches itself on another being or a new friendship is formed, etc.
The resolution could be a line as simple as, 'And they lived happily-ever-after' or a chapter long. It depends on you.
Good or bad, resolution means things are in equilibrium now.
↪Example:
A) I personally did not add much of resolution but showcased how Christina stood there watching the confession, holding her cross, thankful that the mystery has come to an end. I put an analogy of spiders there to wrap it all up. I could have also added that she returns home, takes a shower thinking about the case, pours some coffee and falls asleep only to be woken up by a phone call summoning her to headquarters to go on a new case. That would be her resolution. Things going back to usual.
B) Harry returns back to Dursley's, this time, a little braver and newly found knowledge of magic.
They still treated him like they used to but with a bit of fear now. He looked forward to going back to Hogwarts as soon as the holidays ended.
C) Shiva is announced as the king of Mahismati, marries Devasena, and lives with his grandmother, Shivagami, and his supporter, Kattappa. He is also accepted by the people with an open heart.
🌸Tip- Try to explain the emotional growth and satisfaction of the protagonist in this part. It adds a bit of nostalgia which could be good to end the story.🌸
So there you go. Eight Point Arc to write a good plot has come to an end.
There are many formulas like this like 3 Arc formula but this is the easiest and most widely used. Feel free to manipulate it as per requirement but please let it make sense.
🌸Tip- You don't have to abide by this formula strictly. Having the general idea of the direction of the story is its main purpose. It helps to keep things clear and maintains discipline so that readers can comprehend the story effectively🌸
The series of next posts will be about Character writing. And about how to make a character so we can have a good story.
Not just the main characters, but side characters as well.
So let me know if you want me to continue this in the comment section below.
🌺Like this, if you found it helpful.
🌺Ask me anything or suggest any topic you want me to write upon.
🌺Follow for more.
🌺Tag your friends so they can also learn.
About Me:
Hello, My name is Samiksha Kemwal and I am a 20-year-old college-going student who loves stories soooooooo very much! Ever since I was a child, I loved listening to fairy tales and watching stories in any form. Soon, not just fairy tales, I began relishing any form of the genre. As I grew up, I began reading fiction. My love for novels kept on increasing and I would read anything that I could get my hands upon.
Now, I absolutely enjoy stories in any format.
Written, video games, series, dramas, movies, theatrical, etc. It doesn't have to be in my mother tongue (Hindi) or English.
I like watching international shows/movies too. Korean, Chinese, Japanese(animes too), Pakistani, Turkish, Spanish, Indian regional languages with subtitles.
And now I have decided to write.
It's my dream to write a good story and get it published.
So this me. Trying to reach my dreams step by step. And I would like to take you along with me 😉
#writinghacked
I will soon be updating posts about how to write good characters! So stay tuned and follow for more! ❤
© Samiksha Kemwal
I have no formal education in creative writing or literature whatsoever. I learned everything by myself through youtube, reading, research, understanding, and writing away as much as I can. I make a lot of mistakes whether it be grammatical or any other kind. I hope you can point them out and help me correct it so I can learn more. I will try my best to provide you errorless guidance though. I am not going to pretend to know everything because I really don't. I have a lot to discover yet.
Whatever I am going to tell you here is through my own understanding and experience.
Enjoy.
💥Writing Hacked- 6💥
HOW TO WRITE A GOOD STORY
Please check out the previous post before proceeding further:
1. Stasis
2. The Trigger
3. Quest 4. Surprise
5. Critical choice
6. Reversal 7. Resolution
7. The Reversal
This stage is the consequence of the critical choice and climax of the story.
This is where we see the results of the choices which had been in the entire course of the story.
Things turn around and we finally have answers.
In movies, this stage is used to explain the mysteries and reasons for a certain event that was unexplained earlier. And in books, this is where writers describe little details that were left behind to solve for readers. It often occurs in crime novels that small puzzles or hints are left by the writers and this is the part where they reveal those particular details.
In most of the stories, there is a positive outcome like a protagonist has won the battle, the couple is finally together, the case has been solved, justice prevailed, someone lost has returned to their home, etc.
While in many stories/cases it could be negative too and the biggest examples are horror stories.
The monster or ghost killed the protagonist at the end and kept haunting the place.
Critical choices made by the protagonist might have created some effect that went against them in the climax.
It all depends on how you want your story to end.
🌸Tip- It's better to have a rough idea of how you want your story to end so you can construct the quest and the climax easily.🌸
↪Eg:
⚠ SPOILERS AHEAD! If you have not read my story 'Garden Of Spiders' until now, go check it out in the story section. I will be using it in many examples since I have used very basic methods in it⚠
A) We finally learn who killed Maya's husband and how the events unfolded when the killer is taken into custody. I added some elements of surprise here and explained how little things that were gone unnoticed earlier influenced the plot.
B) Harry Potter defeated Voldemort, kept his friends safe, and returns as a winner. He is rewarded by Dumbledore and outcomes were entirely in his favor which is also very common in children's books.
C) In Bahubali, Shiva defeats Bhallaladeva and burns him on the pyre which Devasena had created over the years hence avenging his father and freeing the people of Mahismati from the reign of the cruel king.
The reversal marks the end of all the conflicts and is the official point where the journey has ended.
8. Resolution
Everything slowly returns to normal and a new stasis forms but this time with developed characters, a story to tell and the memories of the journey.
Your main character has evolved, learned, experienced, and might have a new set of skills too. They could be more mature or even worse than before.
This is the point where countless writers put surprise.
The new couple might be pregnant, maybe the return of villain is next part is suggested, the ghost latches itself on another being or a new friendship is formed, etc.
The resolution could be a line as simple as, 'And they lived happily-ever-after' or a chapter long. It depends on you.
Good or bad, resolution means things are in equilibrium now.
↪Example:
A) I personally did not add much of resolution but showcased how Christina stood there watching the confession, holding her cross, thankful that the mystery has come to an end. I put an analogy of spiders there to wrap it all up. I could have also added that she returns home, takes a shower thinking about the case, pours some coffee and falls asleep only to be woken up by a phone call summoning her to headquarters to go on a new case. That would be her resolution. Things going back to usual.
B) Harry returns back to Dursley's, this time, a little braver and newly found knowledge of magic.
They still treated him like they used to but with a bit of fear now. He looked forward to going back to Hogwarts as soon as the holidays ended.
C) Shiva is announced as the king of Mahismati, marries Devasena, and lives with his grandmother, Shivagami, and his supporter, Kattappa. He is also accepted by the people with an open heart.
🌸Tip- Try to explain the emotional growth and satisfaction of the protagonist in this part. It adds a bit of nostalgia which could be good to end the story.🌸
So there you go. Eight Point Arc to write a good plot has come to an end.
There are many formulas like this like 3 Arc formula but this is the easiest and most widely used. Feel free to manipulate it as per requirement but please let it make sense.
🌸Tip- You don't have to abide by this formula strictly. Having the general idea of the direction of the story is its main purpose. It helps to keep things clear and maintains discipline so that readers can comprehend the story effectively🌸
The series of next posts will be about Character writing. And about how to make a character so we can have a good story.
Not just the main characters, but side characters as well.
So let me know if you want me to continue this in the comment section below.
🌺Like this, if you found it helpful.
🌺Ask me anything or suggest any topic you want me to write upon.
🌺Follow for more.
🌺Tag your friends so they can also learn.
About Me:
Hello, My name is Samiksha Kemwal and I am a 20-year-old college-going student who loves stories soooooooo very much! Ever since I was a child, I loved listening to fairy tales and watching stories in any form. Soon, not just fairy tales, I began relishing any form of the genre. As I grew up, I began reading fiction. My love for novels kept on increasing and I would read anything that I could get my hands upon.
Now, I absolutely enjoy stories in any format.
Written, video games, series, dramas, movies, theatrical, etc. It doesn't have to be in my mother tongue (Hindi) or English.
I like watching international shows/movies too. Korean, Chinese, Japanese(animes too), Pakistani, Turkish, Spanish, Indian regional languages with subtitles.
And now I have decided to write.
It's my dream to write a good story and get it published.
So this me. Trying to reach my dreams step by step. And I would like to take you along with me 😉
#writinghacked
I will soon be updating posts about how to write good characters! So stay tuned and follow for more! ❤
© Samiksha Kemwal
