JotterPad Blog

How the Skeleton Drafting Method Can Help You Plan Your First Draft

If you're having problems outlining your first draft, it may be time to create a skeleton draft! In this article, we walk you through exactly how you can create your draft zero and plan your story.

Writing

6 Main Character Archetypes to Help You Craft Your Protagonist

Learning about archetypes is a great way to start crafting characters in your own story. From the Anti-hero to the Outcast, here are 6 interesting main character archetypes for your reference!

Write Novel in a Year

A Beginner's Guide to Creating A Basic Story Outline

In part three of our One Year Novel series, we tackle the benefits of creating a basic story outline, and what goes into the perfect one!

Write Novel in a Year

How to Give Your Novel A Strong Story Premise

In part two of our One Year novel series, we tackle the beginning blocks of your story: the premise! Here's how you can construct a strong yet concise premise for your novel using JotterPad.

Write Novel in a Year

Want to Write A Novel in a Year? Follow Our One Year Novel Series!

For part one of our One Year Novel series, here are some tips and tricks on how you can write a novel in the span of one year.

Screenplay

How to Write a Screenplay Outline: Tips and Tricks

In order to streamline your screenwriting process, it's imperative that you craft a good screenplay outline! In this systematic guide, we give you some tips on how to create a strong screenplay outline.

JotterPad Basics

iA Writer versus JotterPad: Alternatives & Comparison

If you're looking for an alternative writing software to iA Writer, look no further than JotterPad. Let's compare the two and find out what JotterPad has to offer!

Screenplay

How To Write A Movie Script: A Beginners' Guide

Making a script for the big screen is no easy task. Luckily, we have just the guide for you! Read on for easy-to-follow steps on how to write a movie script with an effective screenwriting software.

Writing

How to Hook Your Readers in With a Killer Story Opening

Explore 6 killer story openings that will keep your readers wanting more...

Screenplay

How to Plan Your Screenplay Using the Save The Cat Beat Sheet: Tips and Template

Evolved from the classic Three-Act structure, the Save The Cat structure was coined by Blake Snyder himself. Read on for a guide and a template for your very own Save The Cat beat sheet!

Writing

The Snowflake Method of Outlining Your Plot

Coming up with a plot for your novel is no easy task. But worry not; we break down a step-by-step method that will help you outline your story!

Writing

How To Write A Script For Television

We bring you the ultimate guide to writing a television script. We've got you covered from story structure to formatting, as well as a writing software for your screenwriting needs.

Screenplay

How To Format A Screenplay In Microsoft Word

Formatting a screenplay on Microsoft Word can be a tedious affair. So, here's a detailed guide on how you can write your script on Microsoft Word and how JotterPad gives you a hassle-free experience.

Screenplay

How To Format A Screenplay In Google Docs

An in-depth guide to writing screenplay online using Google Docs. We also explore the top hassle-free alternatives that let you write screenplay online without formatting your scripts manually.

Writing

Suffering from Writer's Block? Try the One-Two Punch Writing Approach

Need something to get you out of that writing funk? Give the One-Two Punch approach a try.

Writing

Your Introduction to Writing Sci-Fi

When writing a sci-fi novel, one is often faced with the overwhelming possibilities of choice. What could you focus on? Your options are endless! Read on for a quick guide to the sci-fi genre, and some tips for writing sci fi novels, screenplays, short stories and more!

$JotterPad Now Comes With TeX Equations$

JotterPad Basics

JotterPad Now Comes With TeX Equations

Effortlessly craft intricate mathematical expressions and formulae at the drop of a hat.

JotterPad Basics

Everything You Need to Know About the New JotterPad Android

JotterPad Android has recently undergone several notable changes. Read on to discover how this new and improved version of JotterPad will improve your writing process and make it all the more fluid and streamlined.

Getting Started

It’s Never Too Late to Start Writing (Or Finally Finish) Your Bestseller Novel

Start writing your novel today!

Writing

Exploring how Suzanne Collins made Bravery part of Katniss Everdeen

Here we analyze a famous, fearless and strong heroine, Katniss Everdeen! 🏹

Tips

Balancing Positive & Negative Traits in Your Characters

How does one balance out positive and negative traits in their characters? Read on to find out!

Tips

How to Avoid Writing Mary Sue & Gary Stu Characters

Here's how you can avoid writing the infamous Mary Sues and Gary Stus!

Writing

How to Write a Romance that People Actually Root For

As Valentine's Day draws near, we can't help but wonder...what makes a good romance, and how should we portray love in a way that engages the reader? Read on to find out.

Featured

JotterPad is Here to Reinvent Your Writing Process

The meaning of writing we write, remains unchanged. However, how we write certainly has. JotterPad rethinks how writing for the next generation should be: fluid, seamless and completely personalised to each and every unique writer.

Featured

An Interview With Writer Ian C. Williams, An Austin Film Festival Semifinalist

Join us as we interview Ian Williams, a screenplay writer who made it to the quarter finals of 2020's Austin Film Festival. Learn about his inspirations for his screenplay, Al-Sudan, and his tips for writing.