George L Thomas (@georgelthomas.bsky.social)

Story Engines: How to Ensure Your Story Stays Plot-Driven Hi everyone! I hope you're all well. Today, I’m continuing on from last Tuesday's post, wherein I examined the differences between plot-driven and character-driven stories. In today's post, I'm sharing some tips on how to ensure you have a plot-driven story. Story Engines: How to Ensure Your Story Stays Plot-Driven Plot-driven stories are high-octane, high-stakes, and often high-reward for writers and readers alike. But as exciting as they can be, they’re not always easy to keep on track. If you’ve ever found your fast-paced thriller bogged down in backstory… …or your murder mystery stalled in a sea of introspection… …or your big fantasy quest meandering through scenes that don’t move the plot forward... http://georgelthomas.com/2026/06/02/story-engines-how-to-ensure-your-story-stays-plot-driven/