Writing the Great Scene

1. Start with a clear goal for your scene - what does your protagonist want and how will they go about achieving it? Make sure the goal is tangible and achievable. 2. Establish a vivid setting for the scene - what kind of environment will the characters be in? Use details to make the setting come alive. 3. Introduce characters at the beginning of the scene - give them personality traits and motivations that the reader can relate to and that will inform the scene. 4. Create tension and conflict - have your characters interact in ways that will raise the stakes and make the scene unpredictable. 5. Don't forget the details - add moments of humor, suspense, or surprise to keep the reader engaged. 6. Keep the dialogue natural and realistic - let the characters speak in ways that feel genuine and that move the story forward. 7. Make sure the scene has a purpose - every scene should have a point and contribute to the overall arc of the story. 8. Leave the readers wanting more - make sure the scene ends on an interesting note that will make readers eager to find out what happens next.