“The main plot is important, but the sub-plots are just as vital in the scheme of creating a good story.”
Professor Jones walked across the stage, looking out over his students.
“Too many writers, aspiring and paid, make the mistake of underestimating the importance of the sub-plot.
“For example, imagine a road. On the road walks a man and his dog. It’s a large dog, perhaps wolf blood some in the family tree. The scene opens ..”
A student had put their hand up. Professor Jones stopped talking and motioned to the student.
“Professor, I was just wondering, what happens when the sub-plot becomes more important than the actual plot line?”
He laughed. “Lost?”
The class laughed.
“There are many examples of this in our world today. Keep an eye out. The truth is ..”
The students loudly returned, “OUT THERE!”.
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