To prepare your story using the Blake Snyder structure, you can follow these essential "beats":
: If you are writing a "Rom-Com" (Romance-Comedy), focus on lighthearted tropes but ground them in emotional stakes, such as a character navigating a career in publishing or teaching while finding love.
If you'd like, I can help you or flesh out a beat sheet for a story idea you have in mind. Just let me know the genre!