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Writing Series

A Primer On Subplots

What they are, and how to make them work for your story.

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Ariel Lawhon
Apr 10, 2024
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I am hard pressed to think of any novel or movie that does not have at least one subplot. It’s possible, of course. And if you have an example, then by all means leave it in the comments below! (I’d actually like to study it). But generally speaking, any story big enough to occupy 300+ pages and/or the silver screen is …

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