Plotting vs. Pantsing – Exploring Different Approaches to Story Planning
A Year of Writing s.02e.03
When it comes to crafting compelling narratives, writers often find themselves at a crossroads: should they plot out every detail of their story beforehand? Or should they embrace the spontaneity of "pantsing," writing by the seat of their pants?
Both approaches have their merits and drawbacks, and understanding the nuances of each can help writers find their unique creative process. Plotting and pantsing are also known as the writer being an architect or a gardener.
