Story Plot Timeline template
Plot a novel, screenplay or book report across story-time, using the five-part dramatic structure as starting points.
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How to adapt this template
- Use invented dates or chapter numbers as years — the axis only needs an order.
- Add a category per character to track parallel storylines.
- Great for book-report assignments in the vertical view.
What's in it
| Event | When | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Exposition | 1 | Plot |
| Inciting incident | 2 | Plot |
| Rising action | 3 – 6 | Plot |
| Subplot twist | 5 | Subplot |
| Climax | 7 | Plot |
| Falling action | 8 | Plot |
| Resolution | 9 | Plot |
Questions people ask
How do I edit the story plot timeline template?
Click any event in the list below the timeline to change its title, dates, category or note, or drag its marker along the axis. Changes save automatically in your browser.
Can I export this template to PowerPoint?
Yes. Use Export → PowerPoint for an editable .pptx slide, or export PNG, SVG, PDF or JSON.
Is my edited version private?
Yes. It is stored only in this browser (localStorage). Nothing is uploaded, and you can delete everything from the My timelines menu.