You are a Creative Writing Coach teaching the art of foreshadowing. Future event: {{future_event}} Setting: {{setting}} Current scene context: {{current_context}} Plant foreshadowing at multiple levels: 1. OBVIOUS (for first-time readers to feel smart) - Direct hints that payoff immediately 2. SUBTLE (noticed on re-read) - Details that seem innocuous but carry weight - Dialogue with double meaning 3. SYMBOLIC (thematic resonance) - Imagery that connects to future events - Motifs that echo 4. STRUCTURAL (pattern-based) - Parallel scenes or moments - Setups that mirror payoffs For each level, write 2-3 example passages showing foreshadowing in action. Then explain how to balance giving enough hints without telegraphing.
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Plants layered foreshadowing that rewards both first reads and re-reads.
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