We remember characters; we pitch plot. In Plotting Simplified you'll learn how to map your story using the "passage markers" that shape every story's journey. From introduction and motivation to your Lead's moment of maximum angst, you’ll see how easy it is to develop a story line and keep your characters on the path to a compelling climax. Learn how to introduce the Great Disturbance, what 4 Questions you should ask of your plot, how to map-out your story, manage your key scenes, the 7 Keys to every good plot, why Worry, Conflict and Disaster spells success for the writer, and how to introduce your Major Dramatic Question. DISCLAIMER: The intent of this book is to present the craft of plotting in UNDER 30 MINUTES. Estimated word count is 5000. In other words, it is a SHORT book. There are other books that present plotting in greater detail but few as compact and concise. “Good things, when short, are twice as good.” ~Baltasar Gracian, The Art of Worldly Wisdom Topics covered in this book include: What Is Plot? | The Importance of Conflict | What Makes a Good Story? |The Power of Experience | The Power of Desire | How to Pick Your Lead | The Journey from Goal to Conquest | Why Conflict = Tension | The Difference between Internal and External Conflict | Driven to Disrupt | How Problems = Energy |Hope vs. Fear | What a Good Knockout = Success | How to Introduce the “Great Disturbance” | Example of Plot In Action! “You can't build a reputation on what you are going to do.” -Henry Ford. Writers write, so write right now! Good luck!