Plot your next novel or screenplay with these advanced tricks, and your story will become downright irresistible to readers.

Other novels, other scripts…cat videos? They don’t stand a chance. *smile*

What’s the best way to make writing “click” for you? You might be surprised by my answer…

Also included: my secret sauce to combat overwhelm and the fear of failure.

Stressed about writing the beginning of a novel or screenplay? So much is at stake. If readers or execs don’t like it, they won’t buy it. Enter the inciting incident. A crucial story structure element, it’ll help you start your story in the right place—so readers won’t abandon it. This article explains what you need to know. Good to read if you’re looking for writing & plotting tips on topics like: story structure, how to outline a novel, how to outline a screenplay, opening chapters and scenes.

Want to write a bestseller? Then you need to know this secret for editing a novel — apparently the same one John Grisham and Danielle Steel use to sell tons of books year after year. Study this editing tip now (& add it to your editing checklist)…and get more sales and better reviews!

Does the middle of your story sag? Does your Act Two need some serious help? Check out this midpoint structure trick—and stop getting bogged down by the middle of your novel or screenplay.