Why did you abort the story attempts? Did you get stuck at some point? Did you feel you had become overly ambitious with your ideas?
The best way I've found to pick a plot and stick with it is to write for myself. If I'm really taken with an idea and plot it well, chances are my readers will like it too.
My advice to you when plotting your fic is to give yourself a goal.
Before you even start, conjure up a midpoint and an end to your story. Let those be your guideposts. Having a clear picture of where you want your story to end up might keep your interest from flagging and help you want to finish what you start.
And don't forget to relax and enjoy the writing process. It's supposed to be fun.
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Date: 2008-11-09 03:01 am (UTC)The best way I've found to pick a plot and stick with it is to write for myself. If I'm really taken with an idea and plot it well, chances are my readers will like it too.
My advice to you when plotting your fic is to give yourself a goal.
Before you even start, conjure up a midpoint and an end to your story. Let those be your guideposts. Having a clear picture of where you want your story to end up might keep your interest from flagging and help you want to finish what you start.
And don't forget to relax and enjoy the writing process. It's supposed to be fun.
Good luck!