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Pacing in Writing

August 26, 2020 by Julie Eshbaugh in Drafting, Revising

Pacing in writing refers to the rate at which a story unfolds. The narrative pace will change over the course of a novel, slowing and speeding up at different places.

Generally, a writer wants to keep the pace moving to keep the reader engaged. The last thing a writer wants is a bored reader! However, a relentlessly fast pace can hinder the connection between the characters and exhaust the reader.

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August 26, 2020 /Julie Eshbaugh
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