The Secret to a Perfectly-Paced Fantasy Novel

The Secret to a Perfectly-Paced Fantasy Novel

January 25, 2026 · 26 min

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This episode discusses seven levers that control the pacing of a fantasy novel and how to use them effectively.

There are seven levers that control the pacing of your fantasy novel. In today's episode, I discuss how these seven levers work, and how you can use them to create perfect pacing within your writing. Knowing how to get the right pace for your plot is a critical skill, so I think you'll find today's episode very useful. Join the waitlist for Plotting Your Fantasy Novel: www.jedherne.com/plot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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