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Story Devices

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Story devices and techniques are 'tricks of the trade' that authors use to make their story work effectively. Here is a collection and classification of these.

All devices: Alphabetic list of all devices (including alternative names).
Change devices: That change the storyline somehow.
Cheat devices: That give the author short-cuts.
Explanation devices: That explain plot to the audience.
Extension devices: That make the story longer.
Tension-creating devices: That make the story more exciting.
Time devices: That play with time in various ways.

Story Devices

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