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Virtual Northbrook Writes: Building Tension and Suspense

with Susanna Calkins

Susanna Calkins, the award-winning author of Lucy Campion series, explores elements of tension and suspense, considering strategies for creating and heightening anticipation in your readers.

What's going to happen next? How do we keep our readers feverishly turning pages? In this workshop we will explore the elements of tension and suspense, considering strategies for creating and heightening anticipation in your readers (no matter the genre).  We will analyze passages from published works to examine how components like pacing, expectations, obstacles, and emotions can build, or reduce, tension. Participants will also engage in several activities which are designed to allow them to apply components of suspense and tension to their own writing.

In partnership with StoryStudio Chicago.

This event will be held live online using Zoom. Once you have registered, check your email the day of the program for a link to join the meeting.

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