Quill&Steel
Beat Sheet Template for Fantasy & Sci-Fi Writers
Plotting a fantasy novel gets confusing fast.
If you have ever stopped mid-draft and wondered what comes next, this fantasy beat sheet template will give you a clear structure to follow.
It breaks your story into 15 essential beats and shows the purpose of each one, which makes it easier to stay focused and keep your pacing on track.
Think of this beat sheet template as a simple framework you can rely on while you build the rest of your story.
Specifications
This Romantasy Beat Sheet Template can be used in both Excel and Google Sheets.
Initially, it will download as a .xls file (Excel), but you can easily import it and use it in Google Sheets by going to File > Import and choosing the Beat Sheet file.
Refund policy
Since my products are digital downloads (like Notion templates and PDF workbooks), they can’t be “returned” in the traditional sense.
That said, your experience matters to me. If you run into an issue or feel a product isn’t the right fit, you’re welcome to reach out within 48 hours of purchase.
Refund requests are considered on a case-by-case basis and granted at my discretion.
Why you’ll love this beat sheet template:
This fantasy beat sheet template breaks your story into 15 essential beats. Each beat comes with a clear purpose, simple guidance, and tips to help you picture how it might play out in your own story.
What’s inside:
- 15 core beats, each with simple explanations and space to brainstorm your scenes
- A dynamic word-count calculator that adjusts every beat based on your total story length, so you always know when to ramp up tension, slow down, or transition to the next beat.
- Guidance that helps you identify pacing problems and story gaps before you start drafting.
- A flexible framework that gives you structure without limiting your creativity.
- Detailed examples from popular fantasy novels like Harry Potter, Throne of Glass and Lord of the Rings to show how the beats play out in real stories. These live in separate tabs and can be deleted for a spoiler-free experience.
- A clean, editable format in Google Sheets or Excel, so you can customize it however you like
“It gives a full overview of my story and helps to see where are the holes. Now I can see that I rushed into something which should be later in the story! :)” — Sarolta B.M. (Beat Sheet Template for Fantasy & Sci-Fi Writers)
Made for fantasy writers who want a clear path forward
Whether you’re outlining your first draft or fixing a story that’s lost steam halfway through, this fantasy beat sheet template gives you a clear structure to follow without killing your creativity. It helps you organize your thoughts, tighten your pacing, and finally figure out what happens next.
How it works
- Check your email
After purchase, you'll get an email with a link to download the Excel version of the fantasy beat sheet template. - Open it in Google Sheets (optional)
Prefer Google Sheets? Just open a blank Google Sheet, go to File > Import, and upload the Excel file to start editing. - Start plotting
Use the 15-beat structure, built-in formulas, and story examples to map out your novel.