Master the art of creating tension and conflict from "summary" of Creative Writing For Dummies by Maggie Hamand
Creating tension and conflict is essential in keeping your readers engaged and invested in your story. It is what keeps them turning the pages, eager to find out what happens next. Tension can come in many forms - from the internal struggles of a character to external conflicts with other characters or the environment. One way to create tension is through the use of suspense. By withholding information or revealing it slowly, you can keep your readers on edge, wondering what will happen next. This can be done through foreshadowing, where you hint at future events without giving too much away. By building anticipation in this way, you can create a sense of unease that will keep your readers hooked. Conflict is another key element in creating tension. Conflict can arise from a variety of sources, such as opposing goals, values,...
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