Ways To Add Stakes In A Story - Deepstash
Ways To Add Stakes In A Story

Ways To Add Stakes In A Story

1. Crystal Ball - Predict the negative consequences if the hero fails to act

2. Hourglass - Slow down time and focus on a potential disaster

3. The Question - Pose an intriguing question that requires resolution

4. Breadcrumbs - Drop hints throughout the story to create a reveal at the end

5. Elephant - Introduce a significant element at the beginning to create suspense

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Story is a superpower, and there are hints for all of us to tell better ones. Matt is a teacher and author of Storyworthy.

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