Scene Writing Basics: Creating Suspense in Your Story

Have you ever wondered how to build suspense in your writing? It's a fundamental skill that can evoke powerful emotional reactions in readers and keep them glued to the page. Suspense isn't just for murder mysteries—it's the secret ingredient that grips readers across all fiction genres.

In this workshop, you will:

• Learn the essentials of building suspense, beyond simply withholding information.
• Use generative writing prompts to create suspense and heighten readers' emotions.
• Explore how unspoken details about a character's background can build tension.
• Discover how the right setting can enhance suspense.
• Create new suspenseful writing using original prompts.
• Understand why suspense is crucial for a compelling story.
• Connect with fellow writers.
• Receive immediate, constructive feedback.

Our workshops are part lecture and part generative writing. We choose prompts based on themes of the week, education, craft, or creative value, so you can be sure you'll always have fresh ideas. We prioritize positive reinforcement and teaching techniques, so you'll leave each meeting feeling inspired and ready to tackle your next writing project.

• Skill Level: Open to anyone over the age of 18
• Class Size: Limited to 8 participants
• Requirements: None
• Location: Online via Zoom