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.

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