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Balancing Curiosity Seeds and Tension Without Making the Reader Feel Cheated

The Shit No One Tells You About Writing

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The Psychology of Fear in Horror Stories

The chapter delves into the psychology of horror fiction, discussing the role of fear in storytelling, the balance between rational and irrational fears, and personal experiences with horror stories. The speakers highlight the impact of fear on reader engagement, character empathy, and creating tension in mundane settings.

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