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How to Use Conflict to Drive Your Story

August 11, 2025 by Maggie

What is conflict in storytelling? Conflict is the engine that keeps your story moving. It is the struggle between opposing forces that creates tension and interest. Without conflict, your story might feel like a snooze fest at a tea party. (You don’t want to write a story where readers will fall asleep halfway through!) Examples: … Read more

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