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Let’s be real: reader engagement isn’t just about Discord servers, behind-the-scenes tidbits, or shiny bonus content.

Those are fun—but if the story’s not hitting? Readers bounce.

In this spicy episode of Long Story Short, we spill the tea:

The real magic starts with the book.

No gimmicks. Just great storytelling that makes readers want more.

We get into:

The reader connection that starts on page one The messy, glorious highs and lows of writingWhat actually keeps fans coming back (hint: it’s not just the freebies )

Writers, readers, lurkers—we see you. You’ll love this one.

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