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What does it mean?
A life that sparks curiosity creates immediate tension and engagement.
In plain terms
Interesting lives make you feel nervous and excited.
What can you take from it?
Seek stories that make you wonder.

Where it applies

  • writing fiction
  • reading biographies
  • film analysis

Putting it to work

  • story design
  • character development
  • engagement

Questions to consider

  • What makes a life interesting?
  • How do you create suspense?

Another view

Not all curious characters lead to suspense.

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