Plotting, Planning and Narrative Structure Workshop

by Belinda Murrell

Description

Fail to Plan. Plan to Fail. This in-depth creative writing workshop focuses on the hero’s journey, three act narrative structure, rising tension, transformational journeys, voice, point-of-view, story planning and plotting with a mixture of brainstorming games, lightning writing activities, plotting exercises, discussions, story creation, readings from students’ work and Q&A sessions, with the emphasis on being fun, dynamic and interactive. 

Topics Covered

  • Strong narrative structure 
  • Plot graph – rollercoaster plan
  • Creating conflict  – objectives, obstacles and problems
  • Story planning
  • Beginnings and endings
  • ADD – action, dialogue, description
  • Lightning Writing – Action scene
  • Writing Tips
  • Student Q&A

Details

Audience

Duration

60 - 90 minutes

Requirements

Belinda requires a Data Projector and computer. She brings her slideshow presentation on a USB stick. It includes a video component with audio.

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