structuring my 5 book fantasy SERIES | The Meridian Maps 🏴☠️ writing vlog
I DID IT, Y'ALL! I fully structured my entire 5-book series!!! Some of y'all will remember that I had to put this series aside (because I could just NOT figure out the last book.....turns out my problem was with the whole series structure), but I'm so excited to be picking it up again. BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER. ☠️
So during my "summer writing semester," I've set aside about 3 hours a week to learn how to structure a series. I have all the pirate shenanigans, the world arc, and the arc of my main character, Analisa, now figured out. With the aid of a new Save the Cat book, I've finally figured the rest out. :)
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Have you ever written a series before? How did you go about structuring individual novels vs. the series as a whole? Did it come intuitively to you or did you have to seek out additional resources? What's your favorite thing about your series?
What's your favorite pirate TV show, movie, book, real world fun fact, vaguely related beverage, etc.?? I'm going to be immersing myself in all things PIRATE soon, so I'd love to check out what YOU love!!
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Im always so impressed when people write fantasy series…writing a stand-alone is difficult but being able to craft the story into multiple stories is very cool! Hope all goes well, you’ve got this!🎉🙂
I can't wait until you publish this pirate series! :D
Good luck with your series! Finally figuring out the fine details and it’s falling into place feels so nice! Can’t wait to hear more about the pirates!
I'm quite fond of structuring. I plotlined 7 books for a fantasy series and like 27 sequel books and 43 prequels. Kidding of course but I am writing the first.
"Shiver me timbers me hearties ! The lass wants to be a pirate writer now does she. Maybe she will strike some gold and find. Davy Jones' locker. Arrr. " As far as series goes it's just one big novel chopped up with a pirate's sword. Might make some pieces of eight doing that. Hoist the Jolly Roger, let the Skull and Bones fly.
I just realized that I have my own stories that are, like, five years old just hanging out, unfinished. Lol! But sometimes it takes a while for a story to fully percolate. So excited for you!
I thought you already wrote all five????
How does one become a beta reader, I'm drooling at the thought of The Meridian Maps. What do I need to sell? My soul? My first born child? I AM READY.
Personally I only write stand alone novels. But in terms of favorite pirate movies; has to be, Muppet Treasure Island. TBH: More to do with the Muppets than pirates.
Great pirate/sailor media: The Pirate and the Princess (webcomic), The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle(book), Pirates of the Caribbean and shanties. I love listening to shanties! My favorite is Roll the Old Chariot along.
Our Flag Means Death is an absolute must for pirate shenanigans! And!! Season 2 is supposed to becoming out in October!
You inspired me to start writing more and now that you are aiming to a series.... girl, you're going to crush it (and I was already planning to write a series but never came up with a ideia to it (I am stuck 😭))
I preordered the book too because of your community post and seeing this video is making me excited to read it! Series have been a biiiiiiig struggle for me too and haven’t been able to find much guidance on it besides just “book 1 is act 1, book 2 is act 2, book 3 is act 3” kind of advice, which helps a bit but I need more guidance! Will definitely have to start reading it soon.
I was so inspired by your semester of classes idea (I love how my college was structured and have felt a bit lost since graduating), and I started my own classes! I love that there is an end in mind rather than just working on your goals forever. There's a deadline. My classes are "Write that novel," "Deep cleaning my house," "Learning Japanese," and "Composition." I get to work on my goals again in a fun way. Thanks for the idea!!
Hi Kate! Watching your videos is always a highlight to my day. I love watching and supporting your channel. You are so impressive being vulnerable and showing your process and how your writing system has changed. Thank you for sharing about the Meridian Maps! Super excited about the series. For a fun pirate romp, I highly suggest Muppets Treasure Island and Treasure Planet. The two best pirate movies ;)
Hi Kate! Watching your videos is always a highlight to my day. Thank you for sharing about the Meridian Maps! I am Super excited about the series. For a fun pirate romp, I highly suggest Muppets Treasure Island and Treasure Planet. The two best pirate movies ;)
A little late but I swear you always know when I'm about to write/ should be writing. But this is also so helpful because I'm currently trying to figure out how to outline a full series/ create a series bible.
I adore your videos!! Whenever I want some writing inspiration, I always watch your videos to get motivated! <3
Whenever someone asks for pirate-y recommendations I like to point them towards Steampunk music. Pirates (especially airship pirates) are a common theme in their songs, with one of the more famous bands being Abney Park.
Oooh, watch Treasure Planet!! It's one of my favorite Disney movies, and it has pirates in space.