I was asked yesterday if I outlined my stories, and no, I really don't. However I do use the mind-mapping tools extensively.
(Within Me the Other bleeds -- map using FreeMind format)
On my laptop I use Freemind, as well as Mindjet MindManager Pro. On my iPad I am currently using MindMeister, because it was the best one I have found so far.
When I say “best” however, this is a very subjective recommendation.There are some mind-mapping programs out there which are very well made, and easy to use, but I don't like them. Can't really tell you why, but it has something to do with noticing them... I want to focus on my projects and ideas, not the mind-mapping program.
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