More Reader Hiccups

More Reader Hiccups

Last time I talked about hiccups, speed bumps, and roadblocks, and the topic dealt with profanity, which could be any of the three depending on the reader. Today, it’s more about the hiccups. Things that pull readers out of the story momentarily, but probably won’t make them give up the book. Or the author.

I’m talking about experiences readers—and characters—bring to the book.

One example. I was privileged to beta read a book for a best-selling author. Aside from feeling gr...