When writing a dramatic story, or any story at all, really, it may be of immense benefit to map out that story in order to best keep track of its various details and tangents. Similar to outlining, drawing out a map will help add a visual element to your story’s progression. Here are four steps to take when mapping out your story:
1. Plan out your scenes. Write a brief description of each scene and how it relates to the overall story arc or any subplots. Descriptions can be written on post-it notes, cue cards, or even note-taking apps. When putting the scenes together, if one seems superfluous, it can be disposed of.
2. Develop a main story thread, subplots, and any related dramatic questions. The main dramatic question will move the story along, while lesser dramatic questions will fuel the subplots.
3. Organize each scene according to the threads they relate to. Some scenes will relate to multiple story threads and should be mapped out accordingly.
4. Once the scenes are organized, draw out a map. Actually drawing this map will help visualize the main and sub plotlines to see how or when they intersect, and will help organize each scene into a cohesive narrative.
With this valuable tool in hand you’re ready to start writing your next, or maybe your first, dramatic story!
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