From Pantser to Plotter

About the Event

You have the idea, the basic themes, the characters, maybe even the title—but where does everything fit together, and how do you know the pieces are going in the right place? Hi, I’m K.T. Carlisle, a former pantser turned plotter and bestselling indie author of spooky stories. In this workshop, I take a deep dive into Save the Cat! and why it’s one of the most effective and widely used storytelling models within the publishing industry. Whether you’re staunchly set on self-publishing, have dreams of becoming traditionally published, or exist in a space somewhere in between like me, this workshop will give you the tools and insights necessary to make sure your story is structurally sound and satisfies readers’ expectations. In this workshop, we’ll break down: • The 15 Save the Cat! plot beats and where they fit into your story • When (and how and why) you might deviate from those beats (and why that’s perfectly okay) • Where in your process to start implementing Save the Cat! structure • How these principles apply to your manuscript specifically with personalized breakout sessions