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Story Planner Newsletter Issue #3 - March 19th 2025

Inspiration is a tricky thing—one that has been discussed endlessly. Despite all the years of debate, we often still think of it as something magical that either appears or doesn’t. But in reality, inspiration is the result of effort and persistence. The more you read, write, and work at it, the more likely you are to generate great ideas.

In this newsletter, I want to share some practical tips and useful tools to boost your writing—everything you need to master the art of writing a synopsis, a creative writing exercise to spark new ideas, and other resources to keep honing your craft, strengthening your skills, and turning inspiration into a constant companion.

LATEST PostS

How to Write a Compelling Synopsis for Your Screenplay Learn how to write a compelling screenplay synopsis with clear steps, practical exercises, and the example of Casablanca’s synopsis. Read it on storyplanner.app​

Creative Writing Exercise: Who’s Hiding in the Closet? Unlock your creativity with this fun writing exercise! Explore unique story ideas, develop your characters, and turn a simple prompt into a compelling scene. Read it on storyplanner.app​

NEWS & RESOURCES

Write Better: Tips from a Podclass

Novelist and podcaster Elizabeth Day, host of the How to Fail series, has launched a podclass to share key writing insights with the help of three industry experts: novelist Sara Collins, agent Nelle Andrew, and editor Sharmaine Lovegrove. The article summarizes the podclass with a fascinating list of writing tips.

🔗 theguardian.com​

The Best 10 Hotels for Book Lovers

Can you imagine a vacation surrounded by books? The website of the School of Hospitality and Tourism at the University of Girona has compiled a list of the best hotels for book lovers. A unique and relaxing getaway, without a doubt!

🔗 santpol.edu.es​

AI prompts result in similar stories

A study discussed in The Guardian reveals that while AI-generated prompts from systems like ChatGPT can enhance writers’ creativity, they may also lead to more homogenized stories. The research indicates that writers using AI prompts produce content that is better written and more enjoyable, especially among less creative writers. However, these AI-assisted stories tend to be more similar to each other compared to those crafted without AI assistance.

🔗 theguardian.com​

TOOLS FOR WRITERS

Writln: Hub for Authors & Readers

One of the most challenging aspects of being a writer isn’t the writing itself—it’s finding your audience. In a world where more books are published every day, reaching even a modest number of readers can feel like an uphill battle. This is where tools like Writln can help. It’s a platform designed to connect authors and readers, allowing them to discover new books, exchange reviews, and support each other. Writln also organizes events and retreats that foster creativity and productivity in writing, as well as book giveaways to attract new readers.

🔗 Check it out at writln.com​

AND FINALLY...

Some Tips on How to Free Write

On this week’s Writing Excuses podcast, Erin Roberts and Sandra Tayler share tips and tricks for free-writing your story. Don’t miss it!