Drafting/Plotting Your Novel
3-Arc Story Structure Template
Take the guesswork out of storytelling with this 3-Act Story Structure Template! Map out your plot, build momentum, and keep your characters moving toward a powerful resolution. Whether you’re drafting or refining, this template helps you shape a story that flows—without the overwhelm.
Beat Sheet/Scene Card Template
Take the chaos out of writing with our Beat Sheet/Scene Card Template! Easily map out key moments, track character arcs, the importance of each scene, where it happens, and ultimately keep your story flowing smoothly. Whether you’re a planner or a seat-of-the-pants writer, this template helps you stay on track––one scene at a time.
Once-Sentence Novel Descriptor (logline) Template
Nail your story’s core concept with the One-Sentence Novel Descriptor Template and worksheet! This template will help you craft a clear, compelling pitch that captures your novel’s essence in just one sentence. Whether you’re drafting or refining, this template makes it easy to distil your story into a killer elevator pitch.
Novel Timeline Template – Excel
Stay on top of your story’s timeline with the Novel Timeline of Events Template! Track key moments before, during, and after your novel, all in one place. This simple, easy-to-use Excel template helps you keep every crucial event organised––so you never miss a beat.
Novel Timeline Template – Canva
Stay on top of your story’s timeline with the Novel Timeline of Events Template! Track key moments before, during, and after your novel all in one place. This simple, easy-to-use Canva template helps you keep every crucial event organised – so you never miss a beat.
Inkarnate – Online Map Maker
Bring your fantasy world to life with Inkarnate, the ultimate online map maker for writers! Easily create detailed, stunning maps that help you visualise and navigate your story’s world. Whether you’re building kingdoms, cities, or landscapes, Inkarnate lets you design the perfect map to complement your fantasy novel.
Canva
We love using Canva for our character profiles, mood boards, and setting descriptions. It’s also great for creating plot outlines, chapter headers, and fun promotional materials, including book covers. Canva is free to use, but the paid version has so many extra perks that are worth exploring. It’s a handy tool for all your writing and author needs!
Building Awesome Characters
Character Profile Sheet Template
Create fully fleshed-out characters with ease using our Character Profile Sheet Template! Get a simple, quick overview of everything from backstory to quirks, so you can keep your characters consistent and compelling. Perfect for when you need all the details in one place––without the stress.
Character Instagram Page Template
Step into your character’s world with the Instagram Account Template. This worksheet helps you imagine how your character would show up online—what they’d post, who they’d follow, and how they’d present themselves to the world. A fun, insightful way to deepen voice, personality, and modern authenticity.
Character Favourite Template
Get to know your characters on a deeper level with the Character Favourites Template! This simple, fun worksheet helps you uncover the little things your character loves—from comfort memories to guilty pleasures—giving them more heart, voice, and authenticity on the page.
Morning & Night Routines
Build richer, more believable characters with the Morning & Night Routine Template. This downloadable worksheet guides you through your character’s daily rhythms—what they do first thing in the morning and last thing at night—giving you insight into their mindset, priorities, and inner world.