3 Reasons to Plan Your Story

#016 Are you a plotter or a pantser? Not sure? A plotter plans out her story in advance, while a pantser flies by the seat of...well, you get it. Today, a life-long pantser tells you why she's become a convert to planning, but only in a very specific way. We'll also cover those three reasons why it's beneficial and one quick exercise that might get you thinking about your current project in a new way. For show notes and links, visit hellowriters.net/podcast

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Let’s Write Your Novel! is a place where writers with a story on their hearts will find the clarity they need to finally write their novels. If you want to write a novel, or you’ve started writing and gotten stuck, let this podcast serve as your toolbox for crafting a solid story that will connect with readers. Each short episode will give you one skill or strategy to apply to planning, drafting and/or revising your novel. We’ll also take time to explore the other equally important things that come with this process, such as accountability, mindset, and time management. Your story matters. You deserve to write it and you have a reader out there who needs it. Stephanie Dethlefs is a writer, certified book coach, teacher, and lifelong avid reader. She is the author of the middle grade novel Unspoken and numerous published essays and articles. She lives in Pacific NW Washington with her family, two cats and a spunky pup.