Genre Guide — Thriller

Export All to RTF Copy All to Clipboard Section Your Notes Introduction of Protagonist (Approx. 0-2,000 words): Establish the protagonist’s unique skills and their ordinary world in the tech-driven environment. Dig Deeper Introduce your protagonist. Are they a hacker, a scientist, a government agent with a specialized skill set? What makes them uniquely qualified to tackle the technological threats that will arise? Establish their personality. Are they cynical, driven, idealistic, rebellious? Show their motivations and what they stand to lose. Ground them in their ordinary world, even if that world involves cutting-edge technology. What are the challenges and routines of...

Export All to RTF Copy All to Clipboard Section Your Notes Introduction of Protagonist (Approx. 0-2,000 words): Establish the protagonist’s psychological state and the seemingly ordinary world that will soon unravel. Dig Deeper Introduce your protagonist. What are their strengths and weaknesses? Do they have any secrets, hidden vulnerabilities, or past traumas that might come into play? Establish their psychological state. Are they reliable or unreliable? Are they struggling with anxiety, depression, paranoia, or other mental health issues that might affect their perception of reality? Ground them in their ordinary world. What are their relationships like? What are their fears...

Export All to RTF Copy All to Clipboard Section Your Notes The Hook (Approx. 0-2,000 words): Use an action sequence to introduce the protagonist, a skilled spy, secret agent, or intelligence operative, highlighting their expertise, gadgets, and the dangerous world of espionage they inhabit. Bonus points for this seemingly unconnected scene from the rest of the narrative being key to the denouement. Dig Deeper The protagonist, a seasoned spy with a license to kill, a cunning agent with a knack for disguise, or a tech-savvy operative with access to cutting-edge gadgets, is introduced in a world of secrets, deception, and...

Export All to RTF Copy All to Clipboard Section Your Notes Introduction of Protagonist (Approx. 0-2,000 words): Introduce the protagonist, a lawyer or legal figure, highlighting their skills, motivations, and challenges. Dig Deeper The protagonist, a driven attorney, an idealistic law student, or an innocent person caught in the crosshairs of the justice system, is introduced in a world of legal battles, courtroom drama, and moral dilemmas. Their legal expertise, personal motivations, and any past experiences or traumas that shape their perspective are established, creating a relatable and compelling character who will navigate the complexities of the legal world. The...

Export All to RTF Copy All to Clipboard Section Your Notes Introduction of Protagonist (Approx. 0-2,000 words): Introduce the protagonist, highlighting their skills, adventurous spirit, and the circumstances that lead them to embark on a thrilling adventure. Dig Deeper The protagonist, an experienced explorer, a skilled survivalist, or an ordinary person thrust into extraordinary circumstances, is introduced in a world of adventure and danger. Their background, skills, and motivations are established, along with any personal baggage or past experiences that may shape their journey. The Call to Adventure (Approx. 2,000-5,000 words): A mysterious artifact, a hidden treasure, or a dangerous...

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Export All to RTF Copy All to Clipboard Section Your Notes Introduction of Protagonist (Approx. 0-2,000 words): Introduce the protagonist, a political figure, an idealist, or someone caught in the web of political intrigue, highlighting their ambitions, values, and the challenges they face in the world of power and corruption. Dig Deeper The protagonist, a charismatic politician with ambitions for higher office, an idealistic staffer fighting for what they believe in, or an ordinary citizen caught in the crossfire of political machinations, is introduced in a world of power struggles, backroom deals, and moral compromises. Their background, motivations, and personal...