Free Tension with Jennifer A. Nielsen
About this episode
Brandon Mull and Jason Conforto discuss the art of building tension in storytelling with bestselling author Jennifer A. Nielsen.
In this second episode with bestselling author Jennifer A. Nielsen, Brandon Mull and Jason Conforto explore the art of building tension in a story—without relying solely on violence or high-stakes action. Jennifer shares how she keeps readers on the edge of their seats using tools like pacing, emotional stakes, character dynamics, and surprising plot turns. It’s a masterclass in storytelling from one of the genre’s best.
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