Plot Quotes
Writers on structure, character, and the art of a good twist.
Every writer treats plot differently — some outline meticulously, others discover it page by page. This collection sits nicely with our Beginning quotes.
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Soils and national characters differ, but fairy tales are the same in plot and incidents, if not in treatment.
Action Quotes
What I have to outline is action and plot because I'm not particularly good at that.
Along Quotes
The cliches are that it's the most generic Starsky and Hutch plot you can find.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do these plot quotes define the relationship between plot and character?
One quote argues that character is plot, and casting is character, suggesting the three are inseparable rather than separate storytelling elements. It treats plot as an outcome of who the characters are.
Do these quotes compare plot across different cultures?
Yes, one notes that while soils and national character differ, fairy tales share the same plots and incidents even if the treatment varies. It suggests plot structures are more universal than culturally specific.
Is there a quote from a writer who avoids planning plot in advance?
One writer states they don't plot or plan, preferring to be surprised by the story the way a reader would be. It represents an intuitive, discovery-based approach to writing.
What does confidence in plot craft look like in these quotes?
One simply states being very good at plot, a confident, no-frills claim about a specific storytelling skill. For more on the craft of beginnings and structure, see our Beginning collection.
How do these plot quotes relate to broader writing advice?
They collectively suggest plot can come from careful planning or spontaneous discovery, with no single right approach. Our Action quotes collection covers related ideas about pacing and momentum.
From fairy tale structure to character-driven storytelling, these lines reveal how craft really works. Pair them with our Action quotes for more writing wisdom.
