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Writing Excuses Season 3 Episode 19: Emotion in Fiction with John Brown

Oct 5, 2009
John Brown, an expert in guiding emotional responses in readers, discusses the impact of emotions on writing productivity, the techniques for engaging readers' emotions in horror writing, and enhancing emotional impact in writing through focus and surprise. He explores how personal experiences and emotions can be harnessed to create compelling character narratives.
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Quick takeaways

  • Emotion is key in fiction to guide reader response, writers can learn from cognitive therapy.
  • Translating personal emotional insights into fiction enriches storytelling, showing emotions through characters resonates.

Deep dives

Importance of Emotion in Fiction

Emotion plays a crucial role in fiction writing as it guides the reader's emotional response throughout the narrative. Author John Brown highlights how understanding and dealing with emotions significantly influenced his writing journey, adding depth and resonance to his storytelling. By recognizing the impact of emotions on writing, authors can effectively shape the reader's experience and create compelling narratives.

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