EPISODE · Apr 3, 2025 · 44 MIN
Thieves' Gambit, Ep. 10, Chapter and Scene Pacing
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Episode 10 Pacing scenes and chapters in an action/thriller might seem to be all about how to move through the story as fast as possible, but in this episode, Anne-Marie and Erin focus on controlling the pace, why you want slower moments, and how to move fast without sacrificing clarity or emotional resonance. Things we talk about: Dopesick Henry James Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton The Golden Bowl by Henry James Mission: Impossible 2 Dangerous Play by Emma Kress Register for our Ask the Author Book Club at kidlitcraft.com/book-club Register for our April 26 workshop, “Building a Novel with Touchstone Moments,” taught by award-winning middle grade author Lindsay Lackey Summer Classes are now open for registration! kidlitcraft.com/classes Get your copy of THIEVES’ GAMBIT from Bookshop.org and support the podcast! Find more content like this at kidlitcraft.com Patreon Buy T-shirts and sweatshirts (click on “small logo” or “big logo” for a range of styles) Email us at [email protected] Sign up for our newsletter
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Pacing scenes and chapters in an action/thriller might seem to be all about how to move through the story as fast as possible, but in this episode Anne-Marie and Erin focus on controlling the pace, why you want slower moments, and how to move fast without sacrificing clarity or emotional resonance.
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