Deesha Philyaw discusses how she transformed a low-stakes draft of her debut novel into a compelling story by increasing what her protagonist stands to lose. She explains that adding a high-profile marriage and a pageant competition created meaningful consequences for the character. Philyaw also highlights the importance of adjusting the timeline and giving characters flaws to enhance narrative tension. These techniques help writers move their plots from dull to engaging.
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