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In this episode, we dive deep into the concepts of suspense and tension in storytelling.
We clarify the differences between these often-confused terms and explain how both are essential for a compelling narrative.
Learn through examining popular works of fiction how long-term and short-term suspense work together to keep readers engaged.
This episode is packed with practical tips and tools for creating page-turning tension and suspense in your writing.
00:00 Understanding Suspense and Tension
01:38 Crafting Suspense and Tension in Your Novel
04:50 Long-term vs. Short-term Suspense
06:10 Dissecting The Hunger Games
10:10 Tools for Wielding Suspense and Tension
12:12 Practice and Resources
13:06 Conclusion and Next Steps
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To get in touch with Stacy:
Email: [email protected]
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Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared:
Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide
Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears
By Stacy Frazer5
1818 ratings
In this episode, we dive deep into the concepts of suspense and tension in storytelling.
We clarify the differences between these often-confused terms and explain how both are essential for a compelling narrative.
Learn through examining popular works of fiction how long-term and short-term suspense work together to keep readers engaged.
This episode is packed with practical tips and tools for creating page-turning tension and suspense in your writing.
00:00 Understanding Suspense and Tension
01:38 Crafting Suspense and Tension in Your Novel
04:50 Long-term vs. Short-term Suspense
06:10 Dissecting The Hunger Games
10:10 Tools for Wielding Suspense and Tension
12:12 Practice and Resources
13:06 Conclusion and Next Steps
Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you.
Support the show
To become a supporter of the show, click here!
To get in touch with Stacy:
Email: [email protected]
https://www.writeitscared.co/wis
https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/
Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared:
Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide
Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

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