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How To Write An Epilogue: Step-By-Step Guide

How To Write An Epilogue: Step-By-Step Guide

By BlueroseonePublished about a year ago 1 min read
How To Write An Epilogue: Step-By-Step Guide

An epilogue may be like the ribbon on a beautifully wrapped present, giving your story the finishing touch it needs to stay with readers long after they’ve finished the book. Are you ready to dive in? Here’s everything you should know!

What is an Epilogue?

An epilogue may be like the ribbon on a beautifully wrapped present, giving your story the finishing touch it needs to stay with readers long after they’ve finished the book. Are you ready to dive in? Here’s everything you should know!

Purpose of an Epilogue

The epilogue ties up loose ends, provides resolution, or reveals the consequences of the story’s actions. It’s a chance to give your readers a good send-off.

Why Include an Epilogue in Your Story?

Wrapping Up Loose Ends

An epilogue allows you to tie up any lingering questions or unresolved plotlines, giving readers a sense of closure. Addressing minor details or secondary character outcomes improves the overall narrative and satisfies the audience’s curiosity. This is especially useful in stories with complex arcs or fatal character faults, since it allows the writer to consider the repercussions of such defects and create a satisfying final resolution.....Continue reading

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