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Don't be afraid of using cliche plots. Plots are all cliche. Think of architecture: for the most part, buildings all follow the same general rules. That's because these rules are necessary for the ...
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System
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2019-12-08T02:07:22Z (almost 5 years ago)
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oldrobotsneverrust
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2019-12-08T02:07:22Z (almost 5 years ago)
Don't be afraid of using cliche plots. Plots are all cliche. Think of architecture: for the most part, buildings all follow the same general rules. That's because these rules are necessary for the building to be structurally sound. Plot is much the same. A standard frame with which you hang all the unique flourishes and twists that will set your work apart from the rest. Some books on plot that have helped me tremendously: - [Save the Cat](http://rads.stackoverflow.com/amzn/click/1932907009) (technically on screenwriting, but still highly recommended) - [The Writer's Journey](http://rads.stackoverflow.com/amzn/click/193290736X) (specifically focused on the hero's journey) - [Story Engineering](http://rads.stackoverflow.com/amzn/click/1582979987) - [Plot and Structure](http://rads.stackoverflow.com/amzn/click/158297294X)
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2011-12-30T15:25:01Z (almost 13 years ago)
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