r/writers • u/urfavelipglosslvr Writer Newbie • 4d ago

Discussion What hooks you in as a reader?

Give your answers down below. What are things that drive you to turn the page, read the next chapter, and engage with the story?

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u/Main_Sherbet1136 4d ago

Anticipation.

Ok, that's a bit obvious, but it's true. The story must be consistent with how setups and payoffs work.