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Research | Plotting | Outlines

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A collection of my articles covering topics of researching for your novel, plotting and outlining.

How to develop a plot line for your novel

Things to consider when researching for your novel

How to plot your novel with conflict

How to Outline your novel

Keeping the Rabble in line: How to stick to one story (featured on Suzanne Rogerson’s blog)

Creating subplots

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Hi, I’m Ari.  I write mostly Preternatural Urban fantasy, more traditional fantasy & some sci-fi.

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