As info-dumping’s only slightly more-attractive cousin, a flashback can be really unproductive if not executed correctly. The primary reason for this is because it disrupts the…
Flashbacks are scenes from the past used to illuminate a character or storyline happening in the main plot of your book. Flashbacks are tricky because they…
Flashbacks can be a great tool for incorporating character backstory into your narrative. They can also disrupt the flow of your story and confuse your readers.…
So, you’ve done your research, your world building, and honed each character’s history. Now, how do you incorporate that backstory into your actual novel? Think of…
They say the way back is often the way forward, but only if you stick to the path. Flashbacks have a bad reputation in fiction as…