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How to Find and Fix Middle-of-the-Book Sag
Introduction
The 4 most common culprits in middle-of-the-book sag (2:29)
Plot
Tighten and focus a meandering plot (13:41)
Character
Keep characters moving along their arcs (10:26)
Stakes
Maintain and build story stakes throughout (7:28)
Suspense and tension
Recharge lagging suspense (13:43)
Maintain and heighten tension (14:12)
Outro
Put it all into practice (3:04)
Checklist for fixing a mushy middle
Practice: story setups
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