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Writing: The Flow of Time & Sequence of Events
Of all the skills required to write a great novel, effective management of timing and sequence is one of the most difficult to master. In this article, I will offer some insights on how to write a book that flows naturally as the plot unfolds. Have you ever found yourself completely lost when halfway through a book or movie? Chances are that you are not the only reader/viewer who felt that way. The story may have made sense to the author as they know the whole story, but the mismanagement of time, timing, and sequence can create confusion. Whether your story is set in the past, present, future, or some…