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Fiction Writing Made Easy
#137: 5 Tips For Writing Better Fiction (Even If You're Just Starting Out)
Apr 9, 2024
Tips for better fiction writing: Embrace scene structure, avoid excessive backstory, focus on protagonist's journey, navigate the story's midpoint, shift perspectives when stuck. Insights from editors and coaches on crafting compelling fiction at all levels.
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- Focus on scene structure to create a seamless narrative flow.
- Prioritize advancing the present moment of the story over delving into backstories.
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Understanding Scene Structure and Progression
When writing a novel, it's essential to understand scene structure and progression. Each scene should start with a character's goal, face conflict, make a choice, and experience consequences that lead to the next scene. By maintaining a tight chain of goal, conflict, choice, and consequences, authors ensure that character development and plot advancement are interconnected, providing a cohesive narrative that propels the story forward.
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