EPISODE · Sep 15, 2021 · 15 MIN
#60: Three Flashback Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
from Writer Unleashed · host Nanci Panuccio
Flashbacks need to be handled with craft and intention. Just like any other interruption from the present story, a flashback can kick your reader out of the story. And that's precisely what we want to avoid.In today's episode, I'm sharing 3 common missteps writers make with flashback, and how to avoid them. We'll explore how to:Reign in overused flashbacksPlace flashbacks where they matterUse repetition and variation to give your story a memoryKeep your reader grounded in time shiftsAlso listen to: Episode 12: Four Ways to Write Effective FlashbackStructure your story with this FREE 3-Act Worksheet. Go beyond outlining and write a story that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end. Grab your FREE Worksheet here.
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Flashbacks need to be handled with craft and intention. Just like any other interruption from the present story, a flashback can kick your reader out of the story. And that's precisely what we want to avoid. In today's episode, I'm sharing 3 common missteps writers make with flashback, and how to avoid them. We'll explore how to: Reign in overused flashbacksPlace flashbacks where they matterUse repetition and variation to give your story a memoryKeep your reader grounded in time shif...
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