Self Publishing Insiders

Page Turner Pacing Strategy

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Mar 6, 2025
Ines Johnson, a lover of fairytales and folklore, shares her journey from TV writing to crafting engaging novels. She discusses her innovative Page Turner Pacing strategy, which helps authors create binge-worthy stories. Johnson highlights the significance of narrative structure and closure in series writing, and shares insights from her successful Kickstarter project for author resources. She emphasizes the importance of understanding audience preferences and fostering community within the self-publishing realm.
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ANECDOTE

Inspiration to Write

  • Inez Johnson's experience in television production influenced her writing.
  • Reading Twilight and Fifty Shades of Grey inspired her to write romance.
INSIGHT

Plotters vs. Pantsers

  • Inez Johnson believes the plotter versus pantser debate is irrelevant.
  • All stories have plots; outlining is simply a pre-writing organizational choice.
ADVICE

Study Plot

  • Study plot structure to improve storytelling.
  • Use plotting systems for guidance, but don't feel bound to rigid outlines.
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