Fix Your Novel with the Save the Cat Blueprint (Act 2) | Writing Tips & Techniques | Episode 31

Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: How to Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut Fantasy, Science Fiction, or Dystopian Novel

Does your novel feel have a saggy middle? Does it just meander around without a lot of momentum? In this episode, I’ll walk you through Act 2 of the Save the Cat story structure—a simple, effective tool to shape your novel into a story readers can’t put down. Learn how this flexible plotting method can keep your story on track while leaving plenty of room for creativity and unexpected inspiration.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to keep the middle of your novel from dragging—and why this is where many stories lose momentum
• Why the Midpoint is a game-changer and how it shifts your story into high gear
• How internal and external obstacles work together to create tension and growth
• And so much more!

Whether you’re drafting or revising, this episode will give you practical tips to apply the Save the Cat framework to your own manuscript.
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