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Fiction Writing Made Easy
#13: 5 Things That Kill Narrative Drive (and How to Fix it)
Jun 9, 2020
An exploration of 5 narrative drive killers in storytelling, such as excessive backstory, lack of cause and effect, false mystery, cheap surprises, and coincidences. Tips on how to fix mistakes, including asking 10 key questions to enhance narrative flow. Practical worksheets provided for writers to improve their storytelling skills.
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- Sprinkling relevant backstory enhances intrigue and prevents overwhelm.
- Establishing cause and effect between scenes maintains narrative momentum and protagonist impact.
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Importance of Sprinkling Backstory and Exposition
Sprinkling backstory and exposition where it's relevant to the scene helps to maintain intrigue and prevent overwhelming readers. It is crucial to integrate backstory that directly impacts the protagonist's present circumstances rather than revealing too much all at once.
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