1. Make It Relevant
Keep foreshadowing for significant plot events.
2. Use With Purpose
Foreshadow to build suspense or explain plot causes.
3. Give The Pay-Off
If there's a gun in Act 1, it must go off eventually.
4. Outline It In
Once you have a story outline, add foreshadowing.
5. Don't Overdo It
Make plot clues subtle, apparent on re-reading.
6. Make Pay-Offs Fit
Ensure the later event fits the tone fo its build-up.
7. Fix When Revising
Fix foreshadowing if plot changes in revision.
8. Get Feedback
Get feedback on your foreshadowing from beta readers.
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Writing tips
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