The mushy middle is a common problem for novelists. After an exciting 1st act, the plot starts to meander and lose direction. One way to avoid this problem is to add a midpoint! A midpoint can add structure to the 2nd act by functioning as a turning point at the 50% mark of a book. In this video, we're going to talk about how to write a compelling midpoint, and how to structure your novel around it!
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - What is the midpoint?
0:45 - The 2nd act
2:40 - False hope vs false defeat midpoints
4:19 - Change the trajectory of the story
4:52 - Present new information
5:15 - Highlight character growth
6:18 - Highlight character flaws
7:02 - Don't make it just a bump in the road
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