Section 3 of 13

Romance Direction & TropesStory Direction & Premise

Before going deeper, a look at what kind of romance this might be — with zero pressure to fit it into a box.Before going deeper, a look at what kind of story this might be — with zero pressure to fit it into a box.

Trope ideasStory-pattern ideas (a quick reference)

Click a genre to browse its tropes, or see them all. Tap any trope to add it to your outline — totally optional.

How it fits your characters and storyHow it fits your characters and story

A few optional prompts to tie a trope or dynamic to your people and plot. Answer any that help — leave the rest.

How does this dynamic play out between your two main characters?How does this dynamic play out between your main characters?

In plain words: what's the push and pull you can't wait to write?

What draws these two toward each other?What pulls your characters into the story?

Where does the tension come from — what keeps them apart or on edge?Where does the tension come from in the plot?

What would make their ending feel earned?What would make the ending feel earned?

When a reader closes this book, what should they feel was worth it?

Skipping this section? That's a valid creative choice, not a missed step. Your characters will tell you what kind of story this is soon enough.

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