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.