Uploaded March 2020 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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In which I attempt to plot my novel using the Snowflake Method, created by Randy Ingermanson!

The Snowflake Method is one I've heard about for years - there always seems to be a blog post (or three) floating around. However, this is my first time trying it. Long story short: I didn't love it, but I am further along in my outlining because of it, so at least that's something. 😅

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QUESTIONS FOR THE COMMENTS:
- Have you used the Snowflake Method to plot a book? How did you go?
- Do you have other plotting/preparation methods you like to use?

TIME STAMPS:
4:48 - My one-sentence summaries
6:30 - My one-paragraph summaries
14:34 - Character storylines
18:42 - I read the Snowflake Method book! My thoughts
24:37 - Going backwards from Step 3 to Step 1
27:07 - My concerns about the four-page synopsis
30:49 - Character charts
32:08 - I feel like I'm going round in circles - aargh
34:38 - The Snowflake Method scene list spreadsheet
38:44 - My thoughts on the Snowflake method - not for me, but I can see some benefits of the method that others might enjoy

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:
- How to Write a Book Using the Snowflake Method: amzn.to/35Cw0DV
- Secrets of the love genre: storygrid.com/secrets-of-the-love-genre
- Secrets of the action genre: storygrid.com/secrets-of-the-action-genre
- Secrets of the thriller genre: storygrid.com/secrets-of-the-thriller-genre
- Story Grid by Shawn Coyne: amzn.to/32vuuRR
- Save the Cat by Blake Snyder: amzn.to/35Dz56D
- Story Engineering by Larry Brooks: amzn.to/2ZGSY91

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