A review by geertje
Structuring Your Novel: Essential Keys for Writing an Outstanding Story by K.M. Weiland

4.0

Like many people, I have an intrinsic grasp of plot and structure, but I find it hard to articulate how it works, and even harder to apply it to my own stories. This book is really helpful in breaking plot down to its bare bones, and explaining how it all works. What exactly does a three-act structure entail? What is the purpose of the first plot point, and when should it occur? It also gives hand-on examples from famous films and books. I also found the second part, in which the author explains the structure of scenes, quite helpful.