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On Developing Character, World, Plot.

I don't develop much before writing the first draft. I begin with an idea for the final act which, to me, is the most important. 1st draft is about exploring who's there and why.

2nd draft is about creating depth: fleshing out characters; building detail into the world; making sure the plot-points align. All while making sure the original story still zips along.

3rd draft is for polishing grammar turds and getting feedback

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 @8a4a4980 I like the idea of starting from the final act! Never done it myself, but it sounds interesting.