Save The Cat! — The Ultimate Novel Writer’s Secret Weapon?

Let’s dive into what this gem has to offer for novelists and ghostwriters alike

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Writing a novel is no easy feat.

It takes dedication, creativity, and, of course, a killer plot.

So as a writer, how do you get readers hooked? How can you ensure that they stay glued to the pages of your book, eager to find out what happens next? You may have tried different tools and techniques to achieve your goal, but there’s one gem that’s worth exploring: “Save The Cat!”

If you haven’t heard of it, this is a book written by Blake Snyder, outlining a story development framework that can help you to create compelling and engaging stories.

Let’s dive into what this gem has to offer for novelists and ghostwriters alike.

1. Structure is everything.

One of the essential components of “Save The Cat!” is its 15-beat structure that guarantees a well-paced story.

By breaking your story into specific beats, you are effectively giving it a structure that will allow it to move smoothly from one scene to the next and avoid the common pitfalls of story writing. It also helps you to keep the story on track and avoid getting lost…