Tension is created by lack. Lack of understanding, lack of closure, lack of equilibrium or peace. When your readers have questions, that creates tension. When they need to know what happens next, that is tension.
While all characters in a novel can have arcs, it’s the protagonist whose change should be the most significant. The Six Stages of Your Hero’s Character Arc
Creativity Tools and Tips / Editing
by Beth Barany · Published February 15, 2017 · Last modified February 11, 2020
If you want to read some books on editing and story structure, here’s a list for you — by no means complete. If you have favorite books to help you with editing and story...
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