Book structure

Aristotle, about 2,500 years ago invented this 3 act structure in his book ‘Poetics’ and is often credited by screenwriting how-to authors with having originated three-act structure because of his observation that a tragedy must have a beginning, middle and an end.

Plot structure can mean the difference between 50,000 words worth of beautiful descriptions, action-packed scenes, and witty dialogue—and an actual story.

6 story structures, complete with story structure charts to help you create an original plot and outline your next novel.

Three act structure is the satisfying story structure underlying many successful stories, from children's books to groundbreaking novels. Learn more.

To force structure on a story too early is inevitably to force the story itself. You don’t want to impose structure; rather, you want the story to find its own

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Learn how to use the Three-Act structure to create riveting stories, and see expert examples of the Three-Act structure in use!