Strephon Kaplan-Williams Writer's Interface
The full Writer's Interface is a comprehensive and detailed third-party product
which was not created by us but represents hundreds of hours of work by
Strephon Kaplan-Williams.
Any questions should be directed to him
here.
There is also a
faq
A reduced free sample can be downloaded
here
To try Strephon Kaplan-Williams Writer's Interface
- Download the sample
- Unzip it to extract the file "WriteItNow_Short_Writer_Interface.wnw"
- Load this into WriteItNow.
The free sample, as well as the full version, shows how WriteItNow can be used to write a book.
It uses the software's structure to organize a complete work, including story development, cross-linking, character
development and modified use of the folder categories, such as Chapters, Characters, Events, Ideas all linked together.
Strephon gives many writing hints and examples.
You can learn about the full version with a visit to
Strephon's site
Story Structure
This includes 26 sections which provide detailed advice on topics such as:
- Prelude To The Main Event
- The Antagonist Behind The Problem Is Presented
- Reader Empathy Established
Characters
This has detailed information to help you develop characters. This includes:
- The Adversary-Opponent
- The Authority Figure
- Notes on Character Dimensions
- and much more
Events
There are over fifty generic events with insightful descriptions for each. These include:
- Suspense
- Beginnings
- Coincidences
- Crises
- Deaths
Locations
Thirty-three archetypal locations are described in detail.
Flash-Backs
Flashbacks are an important part of a long story.
In the full Writer's Interface there are full descriptions of 17 of the main types of flashbacks that modern writers use.
Useful Lists
There are numerous useful lists in the Writer's Interface and all are meticulously cross-referenced.
For example the 'Character Arc List' provides questions to consider such as:
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Self-reflection.
Who am I?
What am I doing here?
How am I to respond?
What is happening to me on an inner level?
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Outer reflection.
What forces and people are opposing me?
The Benefits Of The Writer's Interface
With the 'Writer's Interface you'll have the insight and understanding of an experienced writer available in a convenient format.
There are 25 lists that you can use to build story elements.
After you've produced your own story elements lists you use these to create story structures to build on, and stimulate
you to create further story elements and structures.
Using The Writer's Interface
You can now begin your new story using the advice from the Writer's Interface.
Buying The Full Writer's Interface
The
sample
Writer's Interface is free but it's only a small part of the
full Writer's Interface.
This can be bought from
Strephon Kaplan-Williams
for $24.95