Question

How can a writer create a suspenseful pace in a story?

Answer 1

Answer:

1) Break down the structure of your story. ...

2) Use sentence, paragraph and chapter length to influence pace. ...

3) Use heightened detail when you want to slow things down. ...

4) Use introspection to develop character and control pace. ...

5) Ask yourself what's necessary to include (and what isn't)

Answer 2

Answer:

Break down the structure of your story. ...

Use sentence, paragraph and chapter length to influence pace. ...

Use heightened detail when you want to slow things down. ...

Use introspection to develop character and control pace. ...

Ask yourself what's necessary to include (and what isn't)