Shoring Up Mid-Book Sag

Is there anything more thrilling for the creative soul than starting a shiny new story? That sexy little minx seduces you effortlessly, promising you a dazzling future, and in the heady flush of new love it feels as if this perfect communion between you will never end.
And then comes the middle of the book.

But when things get tough, that doesn’t mean the story isn’t worth fighting for. Figuring out the problem and propping up the sag can often add even more depth and dimension. 

When a manuscript loses its momentum, generally the issue is one of several specific culprits:
•        The plot has lost its cohesion 
•        The characters aren’t progressing on their arcs
•        The story stakes have deflated
•        Tension and suspense have lagged

This presentation and workshop will show authors how to spot what may be derailing their story, and specific, actionable ways to get things back on track.

Difficulty level: all_levels

Speaker(s)

• Tiffany Yates Martin

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