Create Page-Turning Tension
How to hook and retain readers by exploiting uncertainty
This workshop proves that suspense is for every story, no matter the genre.
We all want to avoid our stories being abandoned part-way through, but the real dream is an unputdownable story. Suspense is the ideal tool to compel readers to keep turning pages, all the way to the end. I can show you how to get the most out of existing tension, and squeeze every bit of emotional value from your characters.
Have you been told that the pacing in your story is off, or it has a sagging middle? During this workshop you’ll learn a variety of techniques to play on that all-important element of uncertainty. This fresh, new workshop combines colourful handouts, tailored feedback, videos and live chats to engage participants. There will be plenty of opportunities to apply the learnings to individual work.
Participants will:
We all want to avoid our stories being abandoned part-way through, but the real dream is an unputdownable story. Suspense is the ideal tool to compel readers to keep turning pages, all the way to the end. I can show you how to get the most out of existing tension, and squeeze every bit of emotional value from your characters.
Have you been told that the pacing in your story is off, or it has a sagging middle? During this workshop you’ll learn a variety of techniques to play on that all-important element of uncertainty. This fresh, new workshop combines colourful handouts, tailored feedback, videos and live chats to engage participants. There will be plenty of opportunities to apply the learnings to individual work.
Participants will:
- Understand why suspense is a valuable element in all stories.
- Recognise how suspense is different in each genre.
- Develop an understanding of the role emotions play in creating tension.
- Identify opportunities for suspense, and learn how to enhance them.
- Practice applying suspense-generating techniques to their own work.
What participants are saying about Sandy's workshops
Sandy Vaile's courses have been tried and tested by thousands of aspiring authors, many of whom have gone onto publication and credit Sandy Vaile with making a significant contribution to their proficiency.
I credit this teacher with a quantum shift in my writing. I can literally see the difference!" Nina Campbell
Helpful, practical and inspirational, Sandy's workshop took my writing to the next level.
I loved Sandy's dedication to giving the best feedback possible. It's made a huge difference to me already.
The workshop was well structured, with information provided at an appropriate pace to enable participants to absorb it and apply it to their own work.
I liked the friendly nature of the learning experience.
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