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Narrative Drive: The Secret to Story Momentum and Reader Engagement

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If you’ve ever worried your story feels flat or stalled, this one’s for you.

Today, we’re digging into one of the trickiest but most essential tools in your writer’s toolbox: narrative drive. This is the force that makes your reader lean in, turn the page, and stay invested in your character’s journey.

I’ll break down what narrative drive actually is, why it matters so much, and how to wield it on the page. We’ll talk about the three C’s—concern, curiosity, and control of information— and how to use them to keep the reader invested. Plus, I’ll share some practical strategies you can use right now to keep your story moving!

Episode Timestamps:
00:00 What narrative drive really means
01:24 Why narrative drive matters for your story
02:46 How character and conflict fuel narrative drive
06:12 The 3 C’s: concern, curiosity, and control of information
10:23 Practical tips to build story momentum
13:26 Final thoughts + your next steps

Links Mentioned:

Episode 27: How to Write Suspense and Tension in Your Novel

The Fiction Lounge Podcast

Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you.

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To get in touch with Stacy:

Email: [email protected]


https://www.writeitscared.co/wis

https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/

Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared:

Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide

Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

  continue reading

76 episodes

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Content provided by Stacy Frazer. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Stacy Frazer or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

If you’ve ever worried your story feels flat or stalled, this one’s for you.

Today, we’re digging into one of the trickiest but most essential tools in your writer’s toolbox: narrative drive. This is the force that makes your reader lean in, turn the page, and stay invested in your character’s journey.

I’ll break down what narrative drive actually is, why it matters so much, and how to wield it on the page. We’ll talk about the three C’s—concern, curiosity, and control of information— and how to use them to keep the reader invested. Plus, I’ll share some practical strategies you can use right now to keep your story moving!

Episode Timestamps:
00:00 What narrative drive really means
01:24 Why narrative drive matters for your story
02:46 How character and conflict fuel narrative drive
06:12 The 3 C’s: concern, curiosity, and control of information
10:23 Practical tips to build story momentum
13:26 Final thoughts + your next steps

Links Mentioned:

Episode 27: How to Write Suspense and Tension in Your Novel

The Fiction Lounge Podcast

Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you.

Support the show

To become a supporter of the show, click here!

To get in touch with Stacy:

Email: [email protected]


https://www.writeitscared.co/wis

https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/

Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared:

Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide

Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

  continue reading

76 episodes

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