Plottr

Create a new project in Plottr.

Open the world-building section and create a new category for 'Magic Systems'.

Add detailed notes about the rules, limitations, and history of each type of magic.

Link specific magic types to characters who use them.

Use tags to categorize different aspects of the magic system for easy searching.

Refer to the magic system notes while writing scenes involving magic to maintain consistency.

Create a new project and select the '12 Step Mystery Formula' template.

Create character sheets for each suspect, detailing their background, motive, and alibi.

Use the timeline to plot the discovery of each clue and link it to the relevant suspect.

Use tags to categorize clues (e.g., physical evidence, witness statement).

Visually track the connections between suspects and clues to identify potential red herrings or inconsistencies.

Create a new project for the series in Plottr.

Create character sheets for recurring characters, detailing their appearance, personality, and history.

Use the world-building section to document important locations, technologies, and political factions.

Use the series bible to track key plot events and their impact on the overall storyline.

Filter and search the series bible to quickly recall details from previous books while writing a new one.

Create a new project in Plottr Pro.

Invite the co-author to collaborate on the project.

Use the visual timeline to jointly outline the plot and character arcs.

Discuss and resolve disagreements in real-time using the collaboration features.

Assign different chapters or scenes to each author and track their progress.

Use the editing notes feature to provide feedback and suggestions on each other's work.

Import or manually enter the existing scenes into Plottr.

Create character sheets and populate them with information from the draft.

Use the visual timeline to rearrange scenes and identify plot gaps.

Track character arcs and identify inconsistencies in their behavior or motivations.

Add editing notes to flag areas needing revision or expansion.

Export the revised outline back to the writing app for further editing and refinement.

Import the novel's key plot points and character arcs into Plottr.

Utilize a screenplay-specific template to restructure the narrative into acts and scenes.

Focus on visual storytelling elements within the world-building section.

Create concise scene descriptions highlighting character actions and dialogue.

Export the structured outline to a screenplay writing software like Final Draft or Celtx.