S1.E7: Engaging Readers with Subplots

from Writers' Toolbox · host Story Excavator and Magical Mystery Coach

This is the fourth episode in Tina's series on Reader Engagement. Subplots can sometimes be treated as an afterthought, but their true function is to develop the emotional stakes of the story. Tina discusses what genres lend themselves most to being subplots and how to avoid creating a disjointed narrative. Find us here:Tina: www.storyexcavator.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StoryExcavator Ina: www.magicalmysterycoach.com Instagram: @inanesauthorYouTube: youtube.com/@magicalmysterycoachMusic: "Energy" by Benjamin TissotLicensed via bensound.com

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