THE BOLD PREMISE FRAMEWORK
Struggling to Define Your Story’s Core Premise?
If your query letter feels flat—or you’re unsure what your story is really about—this tool will fix that.
Write a premise agents can say yes to.
A good premise is not only about “What Happens,” but also “Why Anyone Should Care.”
Untangle plot from premise so your story has weight.
Highlight your story’s emotional engine and genre promise.
Write a hook that resonates across your query, synopsis, and pages.
What You’ll Get
For PDF Version:
Printable PDF
(15 pages)
Reflection Prompts
+ fillable sections
Story examples
+ author notes
For Notion Version:
Interactive digital template
Built-in navigation and toggles
Video walkthrough to guide you step-by-step
This Is For You If…
You’re outlining or revising and your concept feels fuzzy.
You wrote your query and it still doesn’t feel right.
You don’t know how to pitch your story’s “big idea”
Frequently Asked Questions
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The PDF version is a printable walkthrough you can download and fill in by hand or using a PDF editor.
The Notion version is an interactive template with toggles, navigation links, and built-in structure. Ideal for digital use inside your Notion workspace.
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Nope! The Notion version works perfectly with a free Notion account.
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Yes! Especially if your query doesn’t feel right. This toolkit helps you rework your premise to strengthen the foundation your query is built on.
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Both.
Writers in early development or deep in revision use this toolkit to clarify the story’s emotional and structural tone.
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Each format is sold separately. If you’d like both the PDF and Notion versions, you can add it on the checkout page.
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This toolkit is designed for fiction writers, primarily novelists, but it’s also helpful for those writing memoirs or short story writers.
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Due to the digital nature of this product, all sales are final. But if you have questions before purchasing, feel free to reach out.