The Story Circle Workbook | ADHD-Friendly 8-Step Story Structure PDF | Printable for Writers & Teachers

Tired of complicated plotting systems that overwhelm your brain? This is the simple, powerful tool you’ve been looking for. The Story Circle (created by Dan Harmon) is an 8-step method that builds emotionally satisfying stories around a character’s deepest need and real transformation. It works beautifully for novels, short stories, plays, screenplays, games, comics or any creative medium.
This 14-page digital workbook is designed specifically for creative brains:

Short bursts of guidance (never walls of text)
Big Brain Dump spaces + doodle circles on every step
Quick Tips for when your brain feels scattered
One big reusable Story Circle template
“Make It Endless” practice pages so you can spin sequels forever

Perfect for:

Writers who want a fast, reusable story structure
Teachers & writing clubs looking for low-prep activities
Screenwriters, game designers, playwrights, and novelists
Anyone with ADHD or neurodivergent traits who needs a tool that actually feels doable

What you get:

Full 8-step guided workbook (pages 2–9)
Blank Story Circle template (perfect for printing multiple copies)
3 fun practice exercises
Resources page + extra notes space
Clean grayscale design — prints perfectly at home or school

How to use:
Print the whole thing or just the pages you need today. Work one step at a time, skip around, or hyperfocus on whatever feels exciting. No pressure, just endless stories.
Instant digital download. No physical product will be shipped.
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