Story Plan Intensive

Your Story Isn't Broken,
Your Process Is.

Build a Scientific Story Spine in 4 Weeks So Your Draft Finally Holds Together.

Used by first-time novelists and published authors alike.

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Enrollment Closes In:

If you’ve ever started a novel full of excitement…


only to slow down, second-guess yourself, or stall completely...

It isn’t a discipline problem.

It’s a missing system problem.

Story Plan Intensive gives you a clear, repeatable system for turning an idea into a complete story plan so drafting feels focused, confident, and surprisingly fast.

The Real Reason Most Writers Never Finish Their Books

Most writing advice jumps straight to pages.

But pages don’t create finished novels.

Decisions do.

When writers don’t make the right decisions before drafting, they end up with:

Endless rewrites
Messy middles
Flat characters
Stories that “almost” work

Story Plan Intensive fixes this by guiding you through the exact decisions that professional writers make before they draft.

Introducing: The Story Plan Blueprint™

The Story Plan Blueprint™ is a step-by-step planning system that shows you:

What decisions to make
In what order
And why each one matters

So instead of guessing, you follow a proven path.
This is the same framework I use with:

First-time novelists
Multi-published authors
Private coaching clients paying four figures a month

Now it’s available in a focused, four-week intensive.

What You’ll Be Able to Do After 4 Weeks

By the end of Story Plan Intensive, you will:

Have a complete, usable outline for your novel
Know exactly what happens next every time you sit down to write
Cut drafting time dramatically by eliminating false starts
Feel confident your story works before you write Chapter One

You'll possess a repeatable system you can use for every future book

This isn’t theory.

It’s preparation that produces momentum.

Why This Works (When Other Writing Programs Don’t)

Most writing programs fail for one simple reason: 

They give you information… but not a decision-making system.

Story Plan Intensive works because it’s built around how writers actually get unstuck and move forward.

Here’s why:

#1

It Focuses on the Right Stage of Writing

Most courses obsess over drafting.
Story Plan Intensive focuses on everything that must be decided before drafting begins.
That’s why:

You don’t write yourself into corners
You don’t lose momentum halfway through
You don’t discover fatal story problems at 60,000 words

When the plan works, drafting becomes execution—not guesswork.

#2

It Uses a Proven Decision Order (Not Random Tips)

Most writing advice throws techniques at you out of sequence.
Story Plan Intensive follows a deliberate decision order:

Genre and reader expectations First
Then big-picture story shape
Then character, stakes, and scenes
Then theme, depth, and complexity

Each decision builds on the last.

#3

It Combines Structure and Creative Freedom

Bad outlining feels restrictive.

Story Plan Intensive teaches flexible structure—a framework that:

Guides your choices
Supports surprises
Leaves room for discovery

You’re not locking yourself into a rigid script.

You’re building a map you can trust.

#4

It’s Applied to Your Book—Not Just Examples

Many courses stay theoretical.

In Story Plan Intensive:

Every lesson feeds directly into your outline
Every assignment moves your story forward
Every coaching call addresses real, live projects

You don’t finish the program with notes.

You finish with a working story plan.

#5

Coaching Removes the Guesswork

Most writers don’t need more advice.

They need confirmation that they’re making the right choices.

The live coaching calls:

Catch problems early
Clarify confusing decisions
Prevent small issues from becoming big rewrites

That’s why writers leave the program confident—not hopeful.

#6

Accountability Is Built In

Good intentions don’t finish books.

Momentum does.

Story Plan Intensive creates momentum through:

Weekly milestones
Live check-ins
A community of writers moving forward together

That’s why people actually complete their outlines instead of drifting away.

#7

It Teaches a System You Can Reuse Forever

This isn’t a one-book solution.

Once you learn the Story Plan Blueprint™, you can:

Plan future books faster
Diagnose story problems earlier
Reduce revision time dramatically

The first outline is the hardest.

After that, the system does the heavy lifting.

The Bottom Line

Story Plan Intensive works because it doesn’t try to motivate you to write harder.

It shows you what to decide, when to decide it, and how to move forward with confidence.

That’s what turns ideas into finished books.

Ready to stop guessing and start writing with confidence?

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Who This Is For

Story Plan Intensive is for writers who:
Want to finish books, not just start them
Are tired of guessing what they should be doing
Want structure and creative freedom
Are fed up with doing things the hard way
Are serious about improving their process
Care passionately about literature
It is NOT for writers who:
Want shortcuts without doing the thinking
Expect an outline to write the book for them
Are afraid of experimenting and spitballing
Aren’t willing to make decisions
Can't support and cheer on their fellow writers

TESTIMONIALS

Real Results from Real Writers

Kevin is so encouraging and has taught me invaluable skills. Story Plan Intensive was everything he promised — and more! I’m thrilled with my outline and so excited about my book.

Leni Hogg

Story Plan Participant

Having been published for over a decade, I decided I needed to adopt a more organized approach to my writing. Story Plan equipped me with the tools to craft a solid outline, saving me from making multiple revisions as I developed a plot on the go.

Anne Kane

Story Plan Participant

Story Plan helped me so much. My experience learning from Kevin was so fun. I never felt intimidated or unable to do the work. Kevin is welcoming and encouraging. Story Plan Intensive is an amazing course!

Martina Kranz

Story Plan Participant

I just finished the Story Plan Challenge and it is important for me to let you know that was the best course I have taken on writing.

Frank Angus

Story Plan Participant

Story Plan Intensive has given me a wonderful template I know I can use every single time for any book.


Mia Romero

Story Plan Participant

I went from zero idea how to plan a story to having a completed outline for a great novel in a month. Now I can’t wait to get writing!

Mohammad Mustafa

Story Plan Participant

Kevin made us see and acknowledge how far we had come since the first minute of the course. He never let us feel like we were ‘just starters’ — in his eyes, we were truly writers. I haven’t had that much encouragement for my writing in my entire life.

Krisztina Rausch

Story Plan Participant

This course helped me organize my thoughts, understand my genre and arrange my current manuscript so I could easily see what needed to be done. I highly recommend this class to anyone serious about their writing. What are you waiting for?

Vera Basilone

Story Plan Participant

Story Plan Intensive made everything click. For the first time, I could make sense of story craft staples and I now believe I can get the work done. Kevin’s fun use of contemporary stories made this one of the best months of my writing life.

Elizabeth Means-Binns

Story Plan Participant

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What You Get Inside Story Plan Intensive

40+ Short, Focused Training Videos

Each lesson teaches one specific craft decision—so you never feel overwhelmed.
You’ll learn how to:

Choose the right idea before you commit months to it
Use structure without killing creativity
Build compelling character arcs and escalating stakes
Design scenes that move the story forward

Every lesson feeds directly into your outline.

(Value $997.99)

Weekly Guided Planning Assignments

Instead of “homework,” these are decision tools.

Each assignment moves your story from:

vague → clear
messy → organized
uncertain → confident

By the end of each week, your outline gets stronger and easier to trust.

(Value $297.99)

Five Live Group Coaching Calls 

This is where Story Plan Intensive separates itself from “just another course.”

On these live Zoom calls, you can:

Ask questions about your story
Get help fixing weak ideas before they become big problems
Break stalled plots and unclear character arcs
Learn from other writers’ challenges and solutions
Stay accountable so you actually finish the process

These are the same coaching strategies I use with my one-on-one clients.

(Value $397.99)

Built-In Accountability + Community

Momentum matters.

You’ll be surrounded by writers who are:

Making decisions
Following the process
Moving forward

No isolation.

No drifting.

No disappearing halfway through.

(Value $197.99)

STORY PLAN INTENSIVE BONUSES

Bonus #1: Genre-Specific Training Videos

Most story problems come from genre confusion.

This bonus gives you an additional hour of focused training that shows you exactly how to plan stories in:

Dystopian Fiction
Time Travel
Magical Realism
Isekai
Procedurals

This means your outline won’t just be complete, it will be genre-correct, market-aware, and dramatically stronger.

(Value $99.99)

Bonus #2: Recordings (audio & video) of All Coaching Calls

Live coaching is powerful—but the real value is being able to revisit the decisions that matter most.

With this bonus, you’ll receive full audio and video recordings of every coaching call, uploaded the same day they happen.

Watch or listen on your own schedule
Rewind and review key moments
Catch insights you missed the first time
Apply advice not just to this book, but future ones

You'll also benefit from:

Other writers’ questions (often the exact ones you didn’t know how to ask)
Real-time problem solving across multiple genres and story types
Seeing how story issues get diagnosed and fixed in practice

Think of this as a private coaching archive you can return to long after the program ends.

(Value $299)

Bonus #3: Complete Coaching Call Transcripts

Some insights hit hardest when you can slow down and study them.

With this bonus, you’ll receive full PDF transcripts of every coaching call, so you can read, highlight, and revisit the exact language used to solve real story problems.

This allows you to:

Absorb complex ideas at your own pace
Catch details you might miss in live conversation
Easily revisit specific advice when you’re stuck
Build a personal reference library for planning and revision

Many writers find that reading the transcripts turns “aha moments” into lasting understanding.

You can even print them and create your own Story Plan Coaching Playbook.

(Value $99)

Bonus #4: The 10 Most Common Story Planning Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

Most writers don’t realize their story is in trouble until tens of thousands of words later.

This bonus shows you how to avoid the mistakes that quietly derail good ideas—before they cost you months of drafting and revision.

Inside this concise, practical guide, you’ll discover:

The planning errors that cause stories to stall in the middle
Why “cool ideas” collapse without a clear premise
The hidden ways genre confusion sabotages reader trust
How passive characters drain momentum
Why many outlines fail even when they look good on paper

This guide acts like a diagnostic checklist you can use while planning or any time something in your story starts to feel off.

It's insurance for your outline, helping you to catch small problems early, before they turn into massive rewrites.

(Value $99.99)

Program + Bonuses Total Value: $2,489.94

PLAN YOUR NOVEL with CLARITY & CONFIDENCE

This isn’t just some online course you watch.

It’s a guided planning experience that replaces months of trial and error.

Story Plan Intensive

The Investment

$297

One-Time Payment

Training
Coaching
Accountability
Community
Bonuses

Program Begins Monday, April 6, 2026

Limited to 10 Writers Per Session

"I've never written a novel so fast or with so much support. Now that I've done Story Plan, I can't imagine starting a novel without it."

Sandy Day

Author of Odd Mom Out

Zero-Risk Guarantee

Attend the calls.

Watch the lessons.

Do the assignments.

If you don’t end the program with a story plan you believe in, just let me know, and I’ll refund your tuition.

You either get clarity… or your money back


FAQs

Why is this limited to only 10 writers?

Because coaching only works when everyone gets attention. This cap ensures every participant gets real feedback, real access, and real momentum.

What platform will the coaching calls be hosted on?

All coaching calls are hosted live on Zoom. You’ll receive the link in advance and reminders before each session.

How many coaching calls are included?

You’ll get five live group coaching calls during the program.

When are the coaching calls?

The calls take place on:
• Wednesday, February 4, 2026
• Wednesday, February 11, 2026
• Wednesday, February 18, 2026
• Wednesday, February 25, 2026
• Wednesday, March 2, 2026

What time are the calls?

All calls begin at 7:00 PM Eastern Time.

How long is each coaching call?

Each call runs for one focused hour.

What if I can’t attend a live coaching call?

You won’t miss anything.

All coaching calls are recorded and posted the same day.
You’ll also receive full transcripts, so you can review the material in whatever format works best for you.

Will I get direct feedback on my story?

Yes.

During the coaching calls, you can ask questions about your outline, your story decisions, and any challenges you’re facing. I’ll help you identify what’s working, clarify what’s unclear, and suggest concrete next steps.

This is real coaching, not generic advice.

What kind of feedback can I expect?

Focused, practical, and specific.

That may include:
• Identifying weak or unclear story decisions
• Helping you strengthen structure, stakes, or character arcs
• Brainstorming solutions when you’re stuck
• Pointing you toward craft tools or examples that fit your story

The goal is clarity and momentum—not overwhelm.

Is this program beginner-friendly?

Yes. And it’s also used by published authors.

Story Plan Intensive works whether:
• You’re planning your first novel
• You’re revising an existing draft
• You’ve published before and want a faster, cleaner system

The process adapts to your experience level.

What if outlining kills my creativity?

Then you’re exactly who this program was built for.

This is flexible planning, not rigid scripting.
The goal is to free you from guesswork—not lock you into a formula.

Most writers find their creativity actually increases once they stop second-guessing their direction.

Do I need to have a story idea before I join?

No.

You can come in with:
• A rough idea
• Several competing ideas
• Or a messy draft that needs clarity

Story Plan Intensive helps you choose the right idea and develop it properly.

How much time should I expect to commit each week?

Plan for 3–5 hours per week, including:
• Watching the training
• Completing the assignments
• Attending or watching the coaching call

This is designed to fit into a real writer’s life—not take it over.

Will this help if I already have a draft?

Absolutely.

Many writers use Story Plan Intensive to:
• Diagnose what isn’t working in an existing manuscript
• Rebuild the story with stronger structure
• Prepare for a focused, confident revision

Planning isn’t just for first drafts—it’s how revisions get smarter.

Is this a course I’ll just watch… or will I actually finish with an outline?

You’ll finish with a complete, working story plan.

Everything in the program is designed to move you forward step by step—so you’re not just consuming information, you’re making decisions.

What if I join and realize it’s not for me?

You’re protected by a 100% money-back guarantee.

Attend the calls, watch the training, do the work.
If you don’t walk away with a story plan you believe in, just let me know and you’ll get a full refund.

Bottom line: who is this really for?

Story Plan Intensive is for writers who are ready to stop guessing and start writing with confidence.

If you want a clear plan, expert guidance, and a repeatable system you can use for every book—you’ll feel right at home here.

If you knew your story worked before you started drafting... how much easier would writing feel?

Build the plan that makes writing inevitable. 

Join Story Plan Intensive now.

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About Your Instructor

For over a decade, Canadian author, editor, and writing coach Kevin T. Johns has helped commercial fiction writers from around the world write unputdownable books. 

He often moderates panels at workshops and book conventions, has been a featured guest at several online summits, and is the founder of The Writer's Craft SummitHe has hosted almost 200 episodes of The Writing Coach podcast, and has a Master's Degree in English Literature from Carleton University.

When not helping aspiring authors with their writing or doing writing of his own, Kevin is busy taking care of his three daughters.

Story Plan Intensive Starts In:

Begins Monday, April 6, 2026

Limited to 10 Writers Per Session. 

Copyright © Kevin T. Johns Writing Inc. 2026