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What the LOCK Elements is All About

Simply put, a great story has a great plot, and a great plot is the bedrock of every successful story. But what makes a good plot that works? You might ask, and here comes the LOCK system with a practical answer. The LOCK system is...

Understanding the Three Act Structure of Storytelling

The rules for different kinds of writing seem to favor dividing a write-up into three parts. In humor writing, there is the setup, the delay, and the punchline; in academic and business writing, there is the opening, the middle, and the closing. And narrative fiction...

Step-by-Step Guide to Implementing the 7 Point Story Structure.

You must have heard about the seven-point structure and how it enhances your storytelling process. Well, all you heard is the truth. This story structure divides your story into points that hold the crucial elements of any story. These points are: 1. The hook introduces the fascinating...

What You Need to Know about the Seven-Point Story Structure

There are many ways to write a story. You can choose the traditional three-act structure or Joseph Campbell's concept of the Hero's Story. Or you can follow a formula that has proven to be more effective for whatever kind of story you are planning on...

7 Rules of Descriptive Writing for Effective Storytelling

Characters come alive and places feel realistic when a writer describes them perfectly. With excellent descriptions, you pull your readers closer to your characters, their surrounding universe, and the actions that are unfolding. This skill is essential to efficient storytelling, and you need to hone...

Crazy Techniques and Tips for Crafting Mind-blowing Plot Twist

A plot twist is a deviation from the suggested direction of a story, and when executed effectively, creates an element of surprise that intrigues the reader. Readers may not remember all the plot points of your story, but they will never forget a perfectly executed...

5 Sure Ways to Come up with Amazing Story Ideas 

Are you considering writing a story, but you seem to be running low on story ideas, or maybe you don't have any at all? This issue is a common setback among writers; while some get ideas almost every other second of the day, the rest...

8 Simple Steps to Developing a Story Idea for Beginners

So, you want to write your first story, and you are wondering how to go about it. Well, there are no hard and fast rules to fleshing out a story idea. Some writers prefer to map out every slight detail before writing, while others just...

10 Major Elements A Mystery Story Should Have

Sherlock Holmes, Nancy Drew, Jessica Fletcher, Thomas Magnum, Philip Marlowe. These characters have entertained us with tales of their exploits in solving hard crimes. Their mystery stories have become many fans' favorites over the years, and you might want to add yours to the never-ending list. For...

The 5 Types of Characters Based on Quality and Development

In crafting a compelling character, you need to determine what kind of character you want them to be. Are they going to be characters that change over the course of the story, characters that remain the same throughout the story, or characters that represent a...