In this hands-on course, we explore how plot and character arcs work together to create stories that truly resonate. If you’ve ever struggled to keep your narrative tight, your tension high, or your characters meaningfully connected to your plot, this is for you.
Over five weeks, we’ll unpack why structure matters: not as a formula, but as a flexible framework that helps your story do what it needs to do at every stage. You’ll learn how to build tension, avoid the dreaded saggy middle, and keep your story from running out of steam without losing sight of your characters’ emotional journey.
We’ll compare and contrast three major storytelling models—the Hero’s Journey, the Three-Act Structure, and the Heroine’s Journey—looking at their unique strengths and commonalities. Using examples ranging from classic fiction to screenwriting, we’ll analyse what works, what doesn’t, and why.
Each session includes targeted exercises designed to help you apply the concepts directly to your own work. Whether you’re polishing a draft or planning your next idea, you’ll come away with tools to create stories that are structurally sound and emotionally powerful.
