Ok, so i have to do an outline for a story… it’s historical fiction and has to has to be about someone/thing in the Lewis & Clark expedition, or the War of 1812. Like you know how there’s books on Lewis and Clark’s dog? It’d kinda be like that… fictional characters.
Can you guys help me think of a charcater/plot in either of those? I was thinking maybe like a soldier in the War of 1812 or something? Thankss!!!! =D
Here are some ideas you could play with:
A soldier is a good idea. Perhaps have him injured and lost, then finding his way back to his regiment again.
What about a soldier’s wife, waiting for him at home? His letters could have stopped coming, and she waits in vain – until he either comes home, injured, or she gets a visit from a comrade to tell her he’s been killed.
The story of a little drummer boy who saves the day (in a small way, but still important!).
Any good?
February 25th, 2010 at 11:50 am
Here are some ideas you could play with:
A soldier is a good idea. Perhaps have him injured and lost, then finding his way back to his regiment again.
What about a soldier’s wife, waiting for him at home? His letters could have stopped coming, and she waits in vain – until he either comes home, injured, or she gets a visit from a comrade to tell her he’s been killed.
The story of a little drummer boy who saves the day (in a small way, but still important!).
Any good?
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February 25th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
A plot formula can get the old juices flowing! It gives you questions to think about and a general outline of where the story is going. If you would like more information on plot development check out:
The Dixon Kinqade Method of Story Writing
http://dixonkinqade.blogspot.com/2009/10/dixon-kinqade-method-of-story-writing.html
How to Write a Story in 10 Easy Steps!
This plot formula can be adapted to most any genre.
http://dixonkinqade.blogspot.com/2009/06/how-to-write-story-in-10-easy-steps.html
How to Write a Story: The Monomyth Method
http://dixonkinqade.blogspot.com/2009/07/how-to-write-story-monomyth-method.html
How to Write a Mystery Novel in 30 Easy Steps!
http://dixonkinqade.blogspot.com/2009/06/how-to-write-novel-in-30-easy-steps.html
Formula for Romance
The "Secret Formula" Revealed!
http://dixonkinqade.blogspot.com/2009/07/formula-for-romance.html
The Giant List of Plots
http://dixonkinqade.blogspot.com/2009/07/giant-list-of-plots.html
Good luck with your endeavors!
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