Escalating Complications

Read Genesis 37-39

Genesis 39:20 "And Joseph's master took him, and put him into the prison, a place where the king's prisoners were bound: and he was there in the prison."

When faced with a problem, we gather our data, make a decision, and take action. Then the problem is solved.

When plotting a story, our characters need to go through the same steps. But instead of solving the problem, the solution should lead to more complications—otherwise the story is over.

 

Just when your reader relaxes after your character gets out of one jam, the next issue arises. Keep escalating those consequences and your reader will stay with you until your story’s end.