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‘Betrayal hurts more than actual bullets’ – Claire North on why emotional stakes matter more than death in storytelling.

Claire North explores why emotional stakes, character choices, and consistent worldbuilding matter more than shock endings or deus ex machina moments in speculative fiction. Does this storytelling advice apply across all genres? Join the discussion.

Hitting the research sweet spot: Bernard Cornwell’s advice on avoiding info-dumping.

Learn how to balance research and storytelling in your fiction. Discover tips to avoid info-dumping and keep your readers engaged, no matter your genre.