The Natural Laws of Story: Master the Art and Science of Engaging Narratives
Author: Will Raywood
Introduction: Why Does Storytelling Matter?
Part One: The Science of Story
01: What’s a Story and Why Do We Tell Them?
02: The Science of Story: A Brief History
03: From Brain Waves to Bestsellers
04: Stories Operate by Eliciting Emotions
05: The Essential Elements of Storytelling
06: Stories Follow Archetypal Patterns
Part Two: How to Craft a Gripping Story Arc
07: The 4P Method
08: Types of Character Arcs
09: How to Build Dramatic Momentum
10: Worldbuilding in the Service of Story
11: The Power of Symbols
12: Example of Story Arc Creation
Part Three: From Story Arc to Plot Outline
13: Plot Outline Part One: Setup
14: Plot Outline Part Two: Confrontation
15: Plot Outline Part Three: Resolution
16: Diagnosing and Fixing Story Arc Problems
Story Arc Development Worksheet