The Pantser versus the Planner

Explore the pros and cons of spontaneous writing versus planned writing.

In the world of NaNoWriMo participants, ‘Pantsers’ dive into writing with flow and instinct, while ‘Planners’ follow a detailed structure or script. Using this prompt, craft a discussion or debate between these two writing methodologies. You can approach it as a personal essay, dialogue between two characters, or a business meeting presentation. It encourages broader thinking about your own preferred writing approach.