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Building Dramatic Tension in Fiction Writing, A TeleSeminar

from Emily Hanlon and The Fiction Writers Journey
January 29, 1 pm eastern time

Every story needs dramatic tension. Every story needs a sense of mystery to create "what happens next." This is what makes the reader want to turn the page. However, there are two kinds of dramatic tension. Perhaps the more obvious is outer dramatic tension or action. There is also inner dramatic tension that builds from the characters' emotions. Both are powerful; both are a necessary a ingredient of every story. Understanding the difference between inner dramatic tension, which is character driven, and outer dramatic tension or action, can demystify the process.

Dramatic tension is a powerful and essential tool for every writer's toolbox!


In this TeleSeminar we explore:

• Dramatic tension and the arc of the scene, the chapter and the story
• Inner and outer dramatic tension
• The cliff-hanger
• Place and dramatic tension
• Character and dramatic tension
• Creating a plot even if the idea of "plot" makes you want to give up writing!

To further explore the TeleSeminar and register, go to:

http://www.thefictionwritersjourney.com/telesem_dramatic_tension.htm