How To Make A Lightweight, Portable Plot Notes Booklet

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Today, I'm going to show you how I make a super affordable, light-weight plotting notes booklet out of index cards and washi tape!
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PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO**:
5x8 Blank Index Cards - bit.ly/2GD91ZB
MARKERS (any of these will work!)
Crayola Supertips Markers - bit.ly/2HFsqdP
Tombow Dual Brush Pens - bit.ly/2GGifo2
Staedtler Duo-Color Markers - bit.ly/2GGWrIO
Zebra Mildliners - bit.ly/2CyhTNx
FINELINERS (the pigmas are my favorites!)
Pigma Micron Fine Point Pens - bit.ly/2GGiD5Y
Sharpie Pens - bit.ly/2GGiYWi
Washi Tape - bit.ly/2HKmf8g
There's really so much washi out there! You can look around to find the colors you like best. Michael's also has a great selection, and you can often find it on sale!
Embroidery Scissors - bit.ly/2GH1pWb
Plotting Books I recommend:
Write Your Novel From the Middle by James Scott Bell - bit.ly/2GFJn6y
Super Structure by James Scott Bell - bit.ly/2HI3d2g
Structuring Your Novel by K.M. Weiland - bit.ly/2HKmGzq
Screenwriting Tricks for Authors by Alexandra Sokoloff - www.amazon.com/Screenwriting-...
Screenwriters-HOLLYWOOD-ebook/dp/B013NI192I
Take Off Your Pants by Libbie Hawker - bit.ly/2HKxca2
Goal, Motivation, and Conflict by Debra Dixon - bit.ly/2HL5JFc
Rock Your Plot by Cathy Yardley - bit.ly/2GDwTw0
**Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.
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About Me: My name is Sarra Cannon, and I've been indie publishing since 2010. In that time, I have published 22 books and sold well over half a million copies.
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@ellenmariedrummondscurtis 2 жыл бұрын

This is the kind of therapy I didn't know I needed.

@BellaRoccaforte 6 жыл бұрын

I wish I had a dollar for every time I've gotten to a writing retreat or even the coffee shop to realize I've left my plot notes at home. If I had something like this I can keep in my purse, that would be perfect!!

@nonopeno9214 2 жыл бұрын

Right??! Plus keeping notecards together can be tough. This is an amazing way to keep them together

@AngelaDrakeA 8 ай бұрын

I love seeing how your plotting book has evolved over the past five years. Creative Blessings!

@HeartBreathings 6 жыл бұрын

Do you guys want to see more videos like this? Let me know here in the comments! And thanks so much for supporting my launch week!

@dianemorasco1138 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, angel pie! Thank you. :)

@MsChicoro 6 жыл бұрын

I'm 1 month late, but the answer is a resounding, "Yes, please!"

@jenniferrux7722 6 жыл бұрын

Yes this was so great.

@lisaw1085 6 жыл бұрын

You gave some great ideas. Thanks! Would love to see more.

@shehlasajjad5091 5 жыл бұрын

Sarah, you forgot to add the original you tuber's name. Her channel's name is studycollab.

@barbarahoward 6 жыл бұрын

Having everything at a glance AND color-coded is going to be SO helpful. Thanks for another great video, Sarra!

@HeartBreathings 6 жыл бұрын

B P I'm such a sucker for color coding! Thanks for watching!

@AntiNovelist Жыл бұрын

Getting ready to write... literally said OUT LOUD -- "I need Sarra..." and put on this video. Your voice in my writing background is GOLD!!! I know how much time these tutorials take -- thank you for sharing SO much of yourself! It is extremely valuable!! xoxo

@mrandisg 6 жыл бұрын

The words "lightweight" and "portable" in the title of this video caught my eye. I love this idea! I've been keeping all my series notes in an A5 slim traveler's notebook, but even that gets heavy and awkward to carry around. This would be a much easier way to carry only the notes I need for my current WIP. Definitely trying it! Thanks for sharing! :)

@HeartBreathings 6 жыл бұрын

Mary Wimbley let me know how it works for you!!! Thanks for watching!

@grekoy 5 жыл бұрын

My mind is officially blown! Where have this been in my life!? Spread this video like wildfire!

@MsChicoro 6 жыл бұрын

This is an excellent video. Incredibly useful and such an intelligent process that is streamlined and repeatable. I just completed GMC by Ms. Dixon and I have several more writing books on my desk to read. I've got seven (7) in total. I can clearly see that you've internalized and distilled the information down beautifully, from the books you've read on writing and made the process your own. It is very generous and kind of you to share your experience and trial and errors and final process with us. I know that it was hard won, getting your process just right. I was feeling overwhelmed with the information that I am starting to learn about plot, structure and character arc. And I was not sure how to use it, and apply it from a practical standpoint. With your video, things have begun to fall elegantly into place, like a master craftsman - built, piece of exquisite, antique furniture. This video is like gold, a true treasure. In fact, YOU are literally sitting upon a gold mine. You could teach courses, coach individuals and write a book about your process, creating several additional income streams for yourself. Now, I am very clear on how I can use the information that I have read thus far, in a functional and practical way. Instead of being fearful and anxious, I am even more excited about the writing project I plan to undertake. This sense of purpose and peace are directly because of this video. I trust what you say. I find you to be genuine and authentic and transparent as it relates to the information you convey and the way you impart it. I can't thank you enough!

@dianemorasco1138 6 жыл бұрын

What a way to unwind this evening. :) I am always inspired by you and the lovely Hildie McQueen. Thank you, Sarra, for everything you do. Congratulations on the launch of Heart Breathings, sweetheart. *Cheers*

@HeartBreathings 6 жыл бұрын

Diane Morasco Thank you so much, Diane! You are so sweet!!

@dianemorasco1138 6 жыл бұрын

No, thank you, sweetheart. You are welcome. Thank you for the lovely sentiment.

@littlecrafter3689 5 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting so long for someone to use this method! I know the exact video you're talking about. You helped me figure out how to use these for plotting/mini story boarding. Thank you for sharing!

@wendyvancamp1738 4 жыл бұрын

I've been doing something similar to this for many years. I like to go as electronic free as I can when I'm drafting, so I would create character sheets and a checkbox outline of my novel in a Jr. Arc notebook. Then it would be this and my Alphasmart at the coffeehouse. No outlets required. :) I love your tips on color coding and how you organized your booklets. They are very portable and easy to create. I think I'll implement some of your color-coding ideas into my next ARC booklet.

@debrahorst8154 6 жыл бұрын

Great tips! A video on Threads, Questions, and Scenes would be great too. Thanks again for sharing!

@CaffeineWords 5 жыл бұрын

Your lettering is awesome and I love this idea!

@tracy238 5 жыл бұрын

I love this idea. When I figure out how to plot to suit me I'll definitely be using it.

@vetinez6594 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. I'm going to give this a try. Also I love the ring it's different and very pretty.

@jennakendrick 6 жыл бұрын

Ooh, great idea! I already use 5x8 index cards for my dictation notes, but I've been keeping them in a separate ring binder. This is so much better because then I can slip them into my A5 TN for when I'm carrying my whole life around. Thanks!

@HeartBreathings 6 жыл бұрын

Jenna Kendrick Awesome! So glad this gave you a fresh idea. I used an A5 TN too, and these slip perfectly inside.

@jenniferrux7722 6 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness I want to try this like now, but I have to figure out the actually plotting part first. :) Sarra these are so good. Thank you for taking time out to help wanna be author's, such as myself, and heck even those that have published, but just need some tips.

@deannascorner8112 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve already adapted your plotting method for my Happy Planner but now I might have to adopt this one for easy travel

@emmaselem6840 5 жыл бұрын

I'm a forgetful person so seeing this video now is very useful, I'm going to start making these for each of my books. This is going to make it so much easier for me to remember my notes. Thanks for sharing.

@aktarango 4 жыл бұрын

I love this idea! Heading to the store now !

@angelique9527 5 жыл бұрын

This is so cool and creative, I can’t wait to try this out myself! Thank you for sharing! I do have a question: how many cards can you tape together until it’s too big or thick of a booklet and won’t hold together well?

@nightlady2001 8 ай бұрын

Looks great. I am hoping to use the save the cat system with index cards so i may just do that. I could definitely make my cards prettier though 😂

@HeartBreathings 8 ай бұрын

🤣 I understand! I'm going to make these for my upcoming nano project

@lisaheffley7134 4 жыл бұрын

Love. Love. Love.

@deedeemcgovern8125 6 жыл бұрын

This is good.

@anasilviaguevara7593 4 жыл бұрын

Yo ni sé inglés, pero muchas gracias por compartir las herramientas, me encantan! 😍💞

@MsChicoro 6 жыл бұрын

Could you explain what is a "Thread" in detail? Also, "Questions" are what your readers ask and what you feel you need to further clarify for them in the next book? I wasn't sure about those two things. Thank you!

@HeartBreathings 6 жыл бұрын

A thread is just like a story thread that's been woven throughout the story. Like what happened to Harper's mother? That's a thread that isn't necessarily the main plot of the book, but it's something that's come up a lot. There are lots of threads in each book, and with a series, it's important to keep track of them so that you make sure to keep touching on them or to not let them go completely. Questions is just things I believe my readers will be asking when they finish the previous book. I make sure to think from the reader perspective to find unanswered questions, which are also often story threads, so that I make sure to answer them or move them further along to the next story point, if that makes sense!

@zlynnnn1937 4 жыл бұрын

This is an awesome video! I just kinda noticed the focus at the start especially focusing in an out was really distracting. Still love it though!

@IndigoC4 3 жыл бұрын

These are awesome.. they may work for the act scenes to keep thing organized... thank you so much.

@savannahmoore8583 5 жыл бұрын

I really love this idea😂 but $12 for 100 index cards seems steep. I'm going to try to modify this a bit, as I still need to buy washi tape as well.

@HeartBreathings 5 жыл бұрын

You can find index cards of different weights and sizes for lots of different prices! Just look around and find ones that fit your budget. Like here's a set of 5x8 that are only $5 just might be thinner. www.amazon.com/Oxford-Blank-Index-Cards-50/dp/B00006IFD6/

@DiinoLeHarlequin 4 ай бұрын

I just halved cardstock paper that i had

@jazzmineanderson6330 4 жыл бұрын

Can you update this

@dianemorasco1138 6 жыл бұрын

I LOVE this idea. Ya know, I can slip this into my TN. Do you as well?

@HeartBreathings 6 жыл бұрын

Diane Morasco I do! It fits perfectly!

@dianemorasco1138 6 жыл бұрын

@MsChicoro 6 жыл бұрын

What's a "TN", please? Thank you!

@HeartBreathings 6 жыл бұрын

A TN is a Traveler's Notebook! It's a notebook cover that has elastic bands on it that you can slip other notebooks into!

@resaresa100 6 жыл бұрын

Do you create this before or after you've created a synopsis or story outline?

@HeartBreathings 6 жыл бұрын

Seressia Glass I usually do it after! I have a big happy planner where i do the main outline first. I usually make this after I have the basics down. I'll add scene ideas as they come to me while I'm out, though!

@dianemorasco1138 6 жыл бұрын

I know an Outlining, Plotting and Scenes video would be AWESOME!!!

@user-uh6jm6uh8h 3 жыл бұрын

Can you still use this process if you're writing a horror novel?

@nightlady2001 8 ай бұрын

I don't see why not! Maybe you can find some spooky themed stickers etc or draw yourself if you are an artist! Sadly I'm not!

@Laliuca 6 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! But, and i know unsolicited critique is annoying af but like. . . as a view who wants to see more of your content, just as viewer feedback. Have you considered scripting your videos? And i know you already put a lot of effort into your videos and already have a plan for each one but what i mean is like, having speech cue cards off screen? Or even pre-recording your video and doing a voice over for easier editing? It's just i tend to find myself speeding up your videos a lot because of short pauses that naturally occur in speech or you re-hashing information. I find when i watch pre=recoded videos with a voice over, things are usually more concise? Do as you please but these are just my personal thoughts and expernce when watching your videos, hope to see more! ps, i love your stationary videos!