
Holiday Bonus: Waiting for the Next Sentence
Weird Studies
The Art of Anticipation in Storytelling
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between anticipation and storytelling, emphasizing how suspense shapes the narrative experience. Through various literary examples and personal anecdotes, the speakers discuss the emotional weight of waiting and how it influences both the audience's engagement and the creative process. The conversation delves into the psychological impacts of pacing and unresolved tension, highlighting the profound implications of waiting in narratives and in life.
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