@jasondoroughauthor: Genre tropes exist for a reason—they shape expectations and give stories familiarity. Subvert them intentionally when it serves the story and creates meaningful impact, but don’t break them just for the sake of being different. Sometimes leaning into tropes delivers the exact emotional payoff your reader wants. Know your audience and tone, and use tropes as tools to make your story better. #WritingTips #BookTok #WritersOfTikTok #GenreTropes #Storytelling