Unpredictability Keeps Readers Hooked
- Twists and turns are essential in thriller fiction to keep readers guessing.
- Card advises against clichéd resolutions, encouraging writers to surprise readers without losing plausibility
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Orson Scott Card’s Characters & Viewpoint offers essential guidance for crafting compelling characters and selecting effective narrative perspectives. Emphasizing character depth, emotional stakes, and viewpoint consistency, the book is crucial for thriller writers aiming to create immersive, high-tension stories. Its practical advice helps writers balance action with introspection for maximum reader engagement
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