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Dramatic tension
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Use Surprise to Create Micro-Tension
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December 8, 2021
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Make it Hard, Make it Weird: Adding Drama to Your Story
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November 10, 2021
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Cliffhangers Should be Brief, Timely, and Punchy
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November 10, 2021
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When Your Hero Needs to Feel the Pinch
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November 5, 2021
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The Difference Between Conflict and Tension
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October 27, 2021
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Use Micro-Tension to Build Reader Anticipation
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September 23, 2021
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