I created a solid Plot and various sub-plots for my Story. Learning to create a convincing plot was difficult, and several aspects of the sub-plots will change as I develop the characters and setting more deeply in the novel.

Some of the resources in this blog entry could help you to create and develop a compelling plot to your story. I hope you will find some solid information to help you begin a rich and satisfying journey in writing your first book.

Definition of Plot

Classic Story Structure Begins with Plot

Thickening the Plot

Deepen Your Plot

The Top Ten Plotting Problems

Plots and Stories

Writers have varying opinions of the differences between story and plot. I read so many viewpoints that I became confused enough to delay writing the novel. Now I choose to use the explanation given at the following resource:

Story Vs Plot

As a beginning writer, I need to keep the process simple enough to continue in my journey. My fantasy fiction story needs to come to life, and worrying too much about defining the process will consume valuable writing time. Research in writing is important in learning to write a book. However, I now decide quickly when there are many opposing views.