The Vampire of Northanger, by Bryce Anderson (40:00)
Today we see an example of a stylistic homage paid in brilliant coin. Jane Austen’s long-lost vampire novel.
Today we see an example of a stylistic homage paid in brilliant coin. Jane Austen’s long-lost vampire novel.
Today we see that the more alien the scenario, the more time it takes to orient the reader.
Today we see that a reader invested by a smooth opening is much more forgiving of later bumps.
Let the strumpets cry out as another contender crosses the line with arms raised!
Today’s survivor shows us that spooking the reader works best if you first take the time to make them care.