What is Foreshadowing? / 5 Easy Foreshadowing Techniques!

Foreshadowing is a much-talked about writing technique, because it helps you pull off plot twists and reveals that can make a book. Without foreshadowing, those plot twists will often fall flat or feel unearned, but skillful foreshadowing can make the reader feel like they should have seen it coming all along--even though they didn't. Here are five easy foreshadowing techniques you can implement to set-up for your next great plot twist!

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0:00 - What is foreshadowing?
0:44 - When do you foreshadow?
1:40 - Play with assumptions
2:13 - Use the POV
2:34 - Use a Chekhov’s gun
3:11 - Subtlety and detail
3:35 - Create a diversion

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