"I SAW THAT COMING!" When Predictable Plots Disappoint Readers
Episode Ep 97 14 min 59s

"I SAW THAT COMING!" When Predictable Plots Disappoint Readers

A great author knows how to strike a balance between familiarity and innovation. While specific storytelling structures are timeless, the best stories add new layers that keep them from feeling stale. Readers want to be challenged, surprised, and emotionally invested.

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