How Do I Keep My Audience's Interest?

Editing for Clarity and Sharpness

Once you are satisfied with your lead, your thesis statement, and your conclusion, copy edit and proofread closely to make sure the narrative flows smoothly. The best way to determine if your narrative makes sense is to read it aloud to yourself and to others. See where you stumble while reading, and see where your peers stumble while trying to grasp the meaning.

Additional things to remember:

1. Include only those details that advance the central point.
2. Smooth out the flow of the narrative with clear phrasing and sentence structure.
3. Make the narrative vigorous and immediate by using strong subjects, concrete details, and active verbs.
4. Keep verb tense and point of view consistent.