Flashbacks need to be handled with craft and intention. Just like any other interruption from the present story, a flashback can kick your reader out of the story. And that’s precisely what we want to avoid.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 common missteps writers make with flashback, and how to avoid them.
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We’ll explore how to:
- Reign in overused flashbacks
- Place flashbacks where they matter
- Use repetition and variation to give your story a memory
- Keep your reader grounded in time shifts
Also Listen To:
Episode 12: Four Ways to Write Effective Flashback