Plot Outline Workbook for Writers
A printable plot outline template that helps writers organize ideas, build stronger plots, track story details, and plan novels with less chaos.
Just $9.87
Build stronger plots, track story details, and plan novels with less chaos.
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♥ What → Printable Plot Outline Template for Writers
♥ Goal → Manage plot, timeline, research, and story details in one workspace.
♥ Includes → 63 planning pages and 5 pages of step-by-step instructions
♥ Perfect for → Writers needing organized outlining systems; anyone with messy story notes
♥ Focus → Plotting, character motivation, scene planning, timelines, story problems, worldbuilding, and writing progress
♥ Next step → Download → print the pages you need → start with your premise, plot, or characters → build your story one piece at a time
If your story ideas are currently living in three notebooks, two random documents, a phone note, and the back of your mind, you are not alone.
Keeping track of a novel can get messy fast. There is plot, theme, character motivation, setting, pacing, research, timelines, scenes, and all the little details that seem obvious until you sit down to write and realize they are not actually written down anywhere.
That is exactly why I made this Plot Outline Template for Writers to help you pull all of that into one place.
This brainstorming tool was designed to help writers organize their story in one place, from first idea to finished draft planning. It gives you space to brainstorm, sort through plot points, build your characters, track scenes, spot problems, and keep moving forward without feeling like your novel is slipping through your fingers.
It also includes 5 pages of step-by-step instructions, which makes it especially helpful if you are not quite sure how to turn a rough idea into a full outline.
This is not about making your writing process rigid. It is about giving your ideas a home, helping you see the bigger picture, and making it easier to build a story that actually holds together.
Whether you are outlining a brand-new novel, fixing a draft that has gone a little off the rails, or trying to finally gather all your story notes into one place, this template is here to help.
What’s We’ll Cover
Story Foundations
Start with the heart of your story and figure out what you are really working with: novel idea, premise, theme, conflict, story questions, questions, brainstorming dump, idea log
Plot and Structure
Map out the shape of your story and work through the pieces that keep it moving: three-act plot structure, plot holes, timeline, scene cards, scene list, chapter synopsis, plot details, pacing, story board , problems to resolve, go back and fix
Character, Setting, and Worldbuilding
Keep the people, places, and story details straight as your novel grows: character builder, character sketch, character motivation, setting notes, setting sketch, world building, historical details, name list, object log important dates
Research and Writing Support
Stay organized while you build and develop your story: research, writing plan, vision board, checklist
Tracking and Goals
Use these pages to keep up with your progress and stay connected to your writing goals: tracking, writing tracker, word count tracker, yearly goals, monthly planner, weekly planner, daily planner, personal goals, reward planner, book tracker,
Why it’s helpful
This template can help you:
♥ get all your story notes into one place
♥ build a clearer plot before drafting
♥ keep track of scenes, timelines, and story details
♥ work through plot holes and weak spots
♥ organize character and setting information
♥ stay on top of goals and writing progress
♥ spend less time hunting for notes and more time actually writing
How to use it
Print the pages that fit your process and use them in the order that works for you. Start with your idea, your characters, your plot structure, or whatever part of the story feels most urgent right now. Use the full planner or just the sections you need.
What’s Inside Your Download
♦ A 63-page printable plot outline template with pages for planning, brainstorming, organizing, and tracking your novel.
♦ Includes 5 pages of step-by-step instructions
♦ Reprint your favorite pages as often as needed
Look through the flip book to see everything included.
Please note that you can adjust between one and two page toggling by clicking on the book below the video. Do you want to make flipbooks like these? Check out Designrr (affiliate link).
If you are ready to get your story out of scattered notes and into a clearer plan, this template is a great place to begin.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
♦ Digital download
♦ Digital file type(s): PDF
♦ Letter Size: 8.5 x 11 inches / 21.6 x 27.9 cm
♦ Need another size? Reach out and I can customize one for you.
IMPORTANT NOTES
♦ This is a digital product (instant download), not a physical product (nothing will be shipped).
♦ This is a printable that you can print at home or send to a print store.
♦ Quality of the actual printouts will depend on the quality and type of printer and paper used.
♦ Once payment is complete, you get instant access to the product.
♦ PERSONAL USE ONLY.
Just $9.87