I Admit It; I’m an Outliner.
By Rory C. Keel
It is generally accepted among writers that there are two categories of writers: outliners and non-outliners, otherwise known as “plotters and pantsers.”
While non-outliners, or pantsers, fly by the “seat of their pants” when writing, the plotter or outliner does just what the name implies, we make an outline.
Make an outline.
When your writing begins, make a brief outline of the story you want to create. It doesn’t need to be a formal outline with roman numerals and such, but a basic list of plot points. It can be very general or elaborately detailed, either way you know the direction you want to take your story.
Benefits of Outlining
There are several benefits in outlining.
- It allows you to know where you’re going.
- It allows you to see the balance of a story at a glance.
- Keeps you from chasing dead ends.
- Helps in determining the POV of your story.
If you are struggling with writer’s block, try outlining the rest of your story to move you forward.
Wordsmith Six 
I admit it too, I outline, but honestly I have never stuck exactly to the plan, sometimes the story course itself. Having outlines does help imagining the big picture before drawing it.