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Keegan's Depth and Care
- Claire Keegan's writing shows careful revisions, rewarding multiple readings.
- Each element serves a calibrated purpose, creating depth and care in every line.
Story's Origin
- Keegan's story, "So Late in the Day," originated from a classroom discussion on tension vs. drama.
- A student's question about tense stories with minimal drama sparked the story's idea.
Building Tension
- The story's tension builds because the reason for the main character's discomfort is initially unclear.
- Keegan masterfully withholds information, creating suspense, until the final line.