How Joanna Davidson Politano Creates Micro Tension (Episode 124)

The Romantic Side of Suspense

Aug 20 2024 | 00:23:15

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“There’s so much in ordinary, everyday life that can create this micro tension. There’s huge tension, like car chases and things like that, but what I really enjoy is micro tension, like a conversation where two people don’t quite agree,” Joanna said. “It’s those common, everyday things that readers can identify with what they’re going through but you still get a lot of tension in there.”

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