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Explanation of what this is can be found here:
https://gwuwi.com/2025/01/04/the-writers-task-checklist-breaking-down-the-creative-process-free-notion-template/
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Prewriting and Worldbuilding
- Plot Analysis:
- [ ] Identify gaps in your storyline.
- [ ] Create a cause-and-effect flow for key events.
- Worldbuilding Details:
- [ ] Flesh out political systems, cultures, and economies.
- [ ] Design physical settings (maps, locations, geography).
- [ ] Develop unique rules for magic, technology, or societal norms.
- Timeline Creation:
- [ ] Build a chronological timeline of major events in your story.
- [ ] Ensure consistency in dates, seasons, and character ages.
- Backstory Development:
- [ ] Write detailed backstories for your main characters.
- [ ] Explore historical events that influence the present story.
Character Development
- Character Arcs:
- [ ] Map each character’s emotional journey and growth.
- [ ] Identify key moments where characters evolve or change.
- Dialogue Workshop:
- [ ] Write placeholder conversations or refine dialogue for natural flow.
- [ ] Develop distinct speech patterns for each character.
- Relationship Mapping:
- [ ] Chart relationships between characters (allies, enemies, family).
- [ ] Add notes about how these relationships evolve over the story.
Scene and Chapter Work
- Scene Outlining:
- [ ] Break chapters into scenes, summarizing their purpose and conflict.
- [ ] Add notes for scene transitions and hooks.
- Conflict Review:
- [ ] Check each scene for stakes and tension.
- [ ] Ensure conflicts align with character goals and the overall plot.
- Scene Layers:
- [ ] Add sensory details (sight, sound, touch) to scenes.
- [ ] Incorporate subtext and symbolism to deepen the narrative.
Research and Fact-Checking
- Cultural Research:
- [ ] Dive into real-world customs, traditions, or historical periods to inspire your fictional world.