Write the kind of conflict and tension your readers crave, no matter the genre! The
Genre-Specific Conflict & Tension Guide is your go-to resource for crafting high-stakes stories, scene by scene, across ten of the most popular genres.
Inside you'll find:
- The classic conflicts and tension sources that define each genre
- Practical tips for raising stakes and keeping readers hooked
- Common pitfalls to avoid (and how to fix them)
- Quick prompts, mini checklists, and brainstorming ideas to sharpen every scene
- Guidance for blending genres and twisting expectations
Whether you write romance, mystery, fantasy, sci-fi, horror, historical fiction, YA, women's fiction, contemporary, or paranormal/urban fantasy, this guide gives you the tools to create stories with the right kind of drama, danger, and emotional punch. Make every chapter unputdownable, genre by genre.
