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Emotional Gut Punches

Creating moments in your stories that emotionally resonate with readers can be a powerful tool in a writer’s arsenal.

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C. L. Nichols
Nov 25, 2023
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Fear: The protagonist, trapped in a sinking ship, watches as the water level rises. The fear is paralyzing, the dark water a terrifying unkn...

Creating moments in your stories that emotionally resonate with readers, often referred to as “emotional gut punches,” can be a powerful tool in a writer’s arsenal. Here are some key topics and ideas that could be included in crafting such moments:

  1. Understanding Emotions: Before you can write about emotions, you need to understand them. This includes und…

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