Flashbacks need to be handled with craft and intention. Just like any other interruption from the present story, a flashback can kick your reader out of the story.  And that's precisely what we want to avoid.

In today's episode, I'm sharing 3 common missteps writers make with flashback, and how to avoid them.

We'll explore how to:

  • Reign in overused flashbacks
  • Place flashbacks where they matter
  • Use repetition and variation to give your story a memory
  • Keep your reader grounded in time shifts

Also listen to:
Episode 12: Four Ways to Write Effective Flashback