Conclusion Quote by William Wallace Cook
“You will be surprised to learn how some very knowing people have misunderstood Plotto. On glancing at it, some of the intelligentia have jumped at the false conclusion, that Plotto is a dictionary of situations, a mechanism that yields a cut and dried plot by the mere use of a thumb index. Plotto, to the contrary, merely suggests the situations for the plot, explains what is to be done through Purpose and Obstacle and even offers suggestions as to the way in which it should be done.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Plotto, The Master Book of Plot Construction, 1928
Plotto offers structural suggestions for plots, not a rigid formula; it guides purpose and obstacles rather than dictating stories.
In simple terms: Plotto helps craft stories, not write them.
Key Takeaway
Use Plotto as a creative guide, not a script.
Themes
creativity
storytelling
structure
Mood
inspirational
practical
Type
educational
creative
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- game design
Key Concepts
plot development
narrative design
writing process
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance guidance with originality?
- When does structure become a constraint?
A Different Perspective
Relying too heavily on any system can stifle originality.
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