PLOTTING
Some people find plotting easy. Some -like myself- find it hellish. Some don't bother. There are heaps of ways to plot your novel or short story, and even more ways to modify the normal ways to suit your personality and writing style. I can set down some methods, but it's up you to find one that suits you, or one you can modify to suit you. You really just have to experiment. I will say that I think it would be impossible to write a novel without writing down at least a few guidelines, if nothing else, but thats just my opinion. Thirteen Prime Plot Principles Outline Your Plot In Thirty Minutes - ** Must-See ** The Top Ten Plotting Problems