Secrets of Great Storytelling

When it’s time to spin your next tale of action and adventure, keep these secrets of great storytelling in mind.

Tell a unique story. This may sound obvious, but it’s trickier than it seems, as coming up with an original and creative story idea is often more work than producing the story itself, which is exactly why not everyone can do it.

Captivate your audience with questions. If your readers are constantly asking questions, odds are they’ll stick around and keep reading to find out the answers. Keep them guessing, and you’ll keep them hooked.

Ask yourself some questions too. Asking questions like “Who are my audience?” and “What do they like?” may be a bit on the basic side, but they go a long way in helping to craft a great story, and spark many other questions you should be asking yourself in the process.

Don’t leave your readers hanging. Cliffhangers are cheap tricks used by TV shows in hopes of being renewed for subsequent seasons. The fact of the matter is that audiences are often unsatisfied with unresolved questions.

Even natural born storytellers practice their craft. While some may be gifted when it comes to crafting a tale, even the best of the best continuously write, rewrite, edit, and hone their craft. There’s no substitute for hard work and determination!

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