Fiction Writing Made Easy | Top Creative Writing Podcast for Fiction Writers & Writing Tips #112: 5 Questions Your Reader Shouldn't Have To Ask
Oct 17, 2023
Learn about the 5 questions that readers shouldn't have to ask in a story, including the importance of clarifying the characters, setting, and point of a scene, as well as the significance of providing context, clarity, and goals in character interactions. Discover how to engage readers by eliminating their questions and ensuring their understanding of the character's story goal and motivations.
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Identify POV Character Clearly
- Clearly establish the POV character's identity early in each scene.
- Avoid withholding basic character information to create suspense.
Establish Setting Early
- Establish the scene's setting (time and location) in the first paragraph.
- Communicate overarching timelines, especially if dates are clues.
Name Characters, Not Just Pronouns
- Name characters when they appear instead of only using pronouns.
- Readers should generally know what the POV character knows.