How to Plan and Outline Novels (Using Scrivener)
Why take this course?
🚀 How to Plan and Outline Novels (Using Scrivener): Unlock the Secrets to High-Volume Fiction Writing!
Are you an aspiring author looking to boost your writing productivity without sacrificing quality? Or perhaps a seasoned writer seeking to streamline your storytelling process? Look no further! In this comprehensive course led by Smarter Artist co-founder, Sean Platt, you'll uncover the proven "Story Beats" method used by two bestselling writers who publish an impressive 1.5 million words a year!
Why This Course? 📚 Master Planning & Outlining: Learn the intricacies of planning and outlining your novels effectively, ensuring that every word you write is purposeful and powerful.
🎯 Maximize Your Output: Discover how to increase your writing output while maintaining high-quality standards for your fiction.
🔥 Craft Richer Stories: Implement the "Story Beats" process to create deeper, more engaging stories that captivate your readers from start to finish.
What You'll Learn:
- The "Story Beats" Process: A unique blend of traditional outlining and seat-of-the-pants writing that ensures creativity without the hassle.
- Pre-Production Mastery: Understand how to plan your characters, worlds, motivations, and conflicts with precision and depth.
- Visual Storytelling: Learn how to use Scrivener's visual tools to flesh out your story before you even start writing.
- Efficient Workflow: Organize your project with Scrivener's features, making it easier to manage complex storylines and character development.
- Consistent Writing Habits: Develop a routine that keeps you focused, motivated, and ready to write every day.
Course Breakdown:
- 10 Informative Videos: Over 2.5 hours of expert instruction.
- Step-by-Step Guide: Follow along with Sean as he demonstrates the "Story Beats" process using Scrivener.
- Practical Application: Learn by doing, with opportunities to apply what you learn directly to your current or new projects.
What's Covered: 📖 Understanding Story Structure: Gain insights into structuring compelling narratives. 🧩 Character Development: Craft complex characters that drive your story forward. 🌟 World Building: Create immersive worlds that add depth to your storytelling. ✅ Project Organization: Learn how to set up your Scrivener project for success. 🚀 Writing Productivity: Discover strategies to keep your writing momentum going strong.
By the end of this course, you'll have a powerful toolkit to plan and outline your novels like never before. Whether you're a pantser, an outliner, or somewhere in between, the "Story Beats" process with Scrivener will transform your writing workflow. Say goodbye to writer's block and hello to a more productive and fulfilling writing experience!
🚀 Embark on Your Writing Adventure Today! 🚀
Join us and take the first step towards becoming a more prolific, efficient, and successful author with the Smarter Artist course on planning and outlining novels using Scrivener. Your audience awaits your masterpiece! 📚✨
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Comidoc Review
Our Verdict
How to Plan and Outline Novels (Using Scrivener) is a well-rounded course that delivers valuable insight into story planning for aspiring authors. While it has some areas for improvement, such as the execution of merging Scrivener specifics with beat sheet creation, its overall approach offers fresh insight into traditional outlining methods without stifling creativity. Bolstered by a likeable instructor and practical examples, students can benefit from the strong focus on character casting, location scouting, and story summaries that will enhance their writing experience.
What We Liked
- Comprehensive course on planning and outlining novels using the 'Story Beats' process from two bestselling writers, with a focus on creative expansion
- In-depth exploration of character casting and location scouting techniques, providing practical shortcuts for understanding characters and world-building
- The instructor demonstrates Scrivener's native organizational features to keep research and writing organized and easily accessible
Potential Drawbacks
- Some users may expect a stronger focus on Scrivener-specific tools rather than general story creation principles
- Minimal coverage on creating beat sheets within the software and limited guidance in setting up beat sheet files for individual projects
- Lectures can feel scattered, with occasional self-promotion or tangents discussing other publications