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Three ways to tighten descriptions and engage readers

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Image source: Pexels.com Writing prose, whether fiction or nonfiction, may seem easy at first. But for those who consider themselves writers, putting thoughts down on paper can be daunting especially when considering readers. Outstanding writing goes beyond good command of the language. It's more about holding people's attention. Here are three ways writers can masterfully convey details in their narrative. Steve Sorensen . Go beyond the sights and sounds. The basic level of description tackles what one sees and hears. To create a scene that will draw in readers, it might be more effective to describe a scene with smell, taste, and touch. Appealing to these senses will make a scene striking to the reader's mind. It brings them to a particular moment, making them feel as if they're involved in the plot. Steve Sorensen. Image source: Pexels.com Involve emotions. But be wise with it. Sometimes an emotionally charged paragraph might not be nec...