Should authors chase book trends?

Just like in our world, everything in a story is connected. 🧵🕸️

This might sound obvious, but sometimes we miss a potential connection that could bring the whole book together.
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An awesome testimonial from a developmental edit client! I love working with authors to bring their stories to life!

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What does your main character fear? 😨
I'm not just talking about a fear of heights or snakes. I'm talking about fears that run deeper. Fears that affect their choices and their interactions with others.
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3 questions you can ask to help bring your characters to life:
✍️ What do they want most?⁣⁠
✍️ What fears and hopes lie behind that want? (Why do they want this?)⁣⁠
✍️ What would they do to get what they want?
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Hey! I'm a developmental editor and book coach who specializes in fantasy, sci-fi, and speculative fiction. ✨🚀

I'm looking forward to connecting with authors here and supporting you with writing and editing tips! 😄

Fun facts: I live in the Seattle area, have a fluffy black cat, and love chai. 🌊🐈‍⬛☕