: Write a very short version of your story first to test the idea before committing to a full novel.
The sun began to dip behind the ragged edges of the Bucegi Mountains, casting long, bruised shadows across the narrow mountain path. Andrei tightened his grip on Elena’s hand. Her palm was damp, but she didn’t pull away.
If you want to expand this draft or write your own, keep these foundational elements in mind:
: Create believable people who feel knowable to the reader.