Intriguing Times

Intriguing Times

What’s better when writing - plotting or pantsing?

Readers and writers can have opposing views.

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Jason R Ward
Oct 31, 2024
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Anyone writing a fiction book will probably be aware of the ‘plotting vs pantsing’ debate. But what is better from the point of view of a writer and does it affect the reader? Do you have to pick one or the other? Do you prefer Ken Follet or Stephen King?

Each approach has fierce advocates, with incredibly successful authors backing either side.

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