You know the saying, “You can’t see the forest for the trees.” It applies to story writing as well. You can get trapped in the details and lose the plot.

Explore the fine balance—balancing even the minute details with your grand storyline.

Every mystery author knows the value of every clue, every hint, every seemingly insignificant detail; after all, they give life to the enchanting worlds you create. But just as important is making sure these details contribute to and don’t detract from your main plot—the big picture.

This discussion’s heart is the balance between the detail and the big picture. This exploration grips your readers from the start and carries them, unhurried but captivated, into the arms of the thrilling conclusion.