1. JaceSakuraSakura

    JaceSakuraSakura New Member

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    Using Synopsis for Drafting.

    Discussion in 'Plot Development' started by JaceSakuraSakura, Feb 27, 2020.

    Hi, I began to write a story but want to write a summary first so I can show the first draft then get some feedback or change ideas, go along.

    After that, do the final draft with a rough writing/paragraph.

    How to make a synopsis within three sentences described of a character, setting, and menton part of the plot.
     
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    jannert Retired Mod Supporter Contributor

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    Not sure here. Are you asking us a question you would like answered? Or are you just letting us know what your working method will be?
     
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    So... you want to draft the concept and general plotline???
     
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    A.M.P. People Buy My Books for the Bio Photo Contributor

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    Mary's little brother gets kidnapped by the FBI because he has superpowers. She goes on a mission to rescue him but is impeded by the FBI and other forces. She saves her brother after learning what it means to be a loving sister and saves the world.

    Like that?
     
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    JaceSakuraSakura New Member

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    Yes, but whole scenario and including side plot, backstory, ending, etc.
     
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    JaceSakuraSakura New Member

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    Yes.
     
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    Interesting.

    I don't think you can do it... not within 3 sentences at least. Maybe 3 to 4 sentences per chapter could work.

    If not, @A.M.P. has the right idea, but you already know that.
     
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    Why do you need this right now? I think after a story is when it is best to sum up. If it's to help you stay on track, maybe explore some other options. Maybe it's me, but I can't really see much (if any) of a benefit from trying to do this. And just an FYI -- This is my honest opinion. No one wants to read a first draft and you should subject as few people to it as possible if not completely avoid it. Feedback is best when it really pushes a finished product to continue evolving. And it is best given when something is at its best. Reading first drafts isn't doing anyone any favors. Just my opinion, but it's a strong one.
     
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    I mean what you're asking for doesn't seem to be real?

    Like... You have 3 sentences to work with.
    How are you gonna add:

    That's 4 things, plus the character, plus whatever etc. is.
    So 6.
    In 3 sentences you want to 6 things.
    A sentence has roughly 8-20 words in it.
    So, you've got 24-60 words to work with at most.

    So... how would you logistically, not logically, fit all that in three sentences?

    And show the first draft to who? Why would they need specifically a "summary" of three sentences?
     

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