Plot is a crucial element in successfully writing fiction. More than just a series of events driving your characters from Point A to Point B, plot forms the underlying structure upon which your story builds. The strength of that foundation can make the difference between disappointing failure and spectacular success.

Let J. Madiso Davis help you examine the internal workings of your own fiction as well as the work of established authors. You'll learn how to plot a chronological series of events, each event causing the one that follows, building in intensity until your reader is left emotionally spent and satisfied.

You'll find guidelines for:

• building a story skeleton into fully formed fiction
• maximizing your plot's intensity
• solving problems
• integrating character plot
• weaving in subplots, parallel plots and leitmotifs
• using formula plots
• applying what you learn

Master your plotting skills with the essential information and create compelling fiction that won't soon be forgotten.