How to Write Compelling and Balanced Backstory

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It’s not an overstatement to say that backstory can make or break your book. Too much, and your readers may be bored to tears—too little, and they won’t know what’s going on. I wrote about this way back in 2014 in a guest post for Elizabeth Spann Craig, but the advice is still sound. (Please note: the free critique listed on the blog is not offered at this time.)

To read my advice on writing compelling and balanced backstory, click the link below:

How to Write Compelling and Balanced Backstory at elizabethspanncraig.com