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The Story Structure Series Pt.4: Act 2 and the First Pinch Point

Act 2 and the First Pinch Point: The Story Structure Series Part Four

You’re finally ready to begin the bulk of your story!

By the time you reach Act 2, you’ll have spent pages and pages building to this moment, meaning it’s finally time to let loose all of your crazy ideas and plot twists—right?

Well yes, and no. Act 2 is where you’ll get to explore your story in a deeper way, giving you time to dive into all the ideas that inspired you to start writing in the first place. However, there are also some important roles Act 2 needs to fill. After all, to come out with the best possible story, even Act 2 needs a bit of structure.

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