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#42: 10 Reasons Why Novels Get Rejected
Fiction Writing Made Easy
Crafting an Engaging Story World Requires Balance
Creating an engaging story world necessitates showing its uniqueness through the eyes of the point of view character, emphasizing elements that evoke emotional responses or are distinctively novel. If the standout features of the world are unclear, further research or world-building is essential to ensure the author can passionately convey these elements. Achieving the right amount of description is crucial; both excessive and insufficient descriptions can detract from the storytelling. Enlisting help from critique partners or professional editors can aid in maintaining this balance. Additionally, weak story summaries in query letters or synopses can undermine the manuscript's chances with agents or editors, highlighting the importance of clear and concise high-level story presentations.
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