How can I build tension in my story?

How can I build tension in my story?

Building tension involves creating conflict, raising stakes, and pacing your narrative effectively. What genre are you writing?

I'm writing a thriller. Any specific techniques?

In thrillers, use cliffhangers, foreshadowing, and unreliable narrators to keep readers on edge. Want examples?

Yes, please! Can you give me an example of foreshadowing?

Sure! You might hint at a character's dark past early on, which later reveals their motives. This creates suspense.

That makes sense! How do I maintain that tension throughout the story?

Maintain tension by escalating conflicts, introducing new obstacles, and pacing your reveals. Keep readers guessing!