How to write suspense into your book- even if it's not a thriller

How to be an Author
22/11/2022 27 min Temporada 1 Episodio 34
How to write suspense into your book- even if it's not a thriller

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Suspense is not just for mystery and thriller novels. Suspense can add a layer of urgency to reading- it is one of those things that make your book unputdownable. There is an art and a science to creating scenes that build up the suspense. In this episode we’ll be breaking it down for you.   -What is suspense and why do all kinds of books need it -Different types of suspense in different genres -HOw to create suspense -Foreshadowing -Pacing -Red herrings -Suspense mistakes

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