Story Grid Introduction - Spreadsheet

The video introduces the Story Grid methodology, focusing on analyzing stories at a micro level for improved structure and impact. Breaking down a manuscript into scenes, analyzing components like word count, story event, value shift, and more. The goal is to ensure consistency, engagement, and progression in storytelling. By creating a detailed spreadsheet, writers can identify and address narrative issues efficiently.

Methodology

• Break down the manuscript into individual scenes by stapling pages together.
• Analyze each scene’s components on a Story Grid spreadsheet:
  • Scene number
  • Word count
  • Story event
  • Value shift
  • Polarity shift
  • Turning point
  • Point of view
  • Period and time
  • Duration
  • Location
  • On-stage and off-stage characters
• Track continuity and consistency in storytelling.
• Ensure each scene has a clear purpose and progression.
• Consistently surprise and engage readers by making value shifts and turning points in scenes.
• Use the spreadsheet to quickly identify and address narrative issues.

Speakers

• The main speaker.