Reginaldo Osnildo, PhD

Struggling with how to end your story? Learn simple strategies to write satisfying, meaningful endings that stick with your readers. Hey, it’s Reginaldo Osnildo here again— And today we’re tackling one of the most important—and often trickiest—parts of any story: The ending. If you’ve ever written something that fizzled out… Or ended a story with “and then I guess it was over…” You’re not alone. Ending a story can feel just as overwhelming as starting one. But don’t worry—I’ve got you. Let’s talk about how to craft endings that feel earned, emotional, and satisfying (without needing to be perfect). What Makes an Ending “Satisfying”? Satisfying doesn’t mean everything gets wrapped up with a bow. It means: The story feels complete The character has changed or learned something The reader feels something (closure, wonder, heartbreak, joy) It can be happy, sad, open, or bittersweet—as long as it feels true to the journey. ...

Struggling with how to end your story? Learn how to craft powerful, satisfying endings that leave a lasting impression on your readers. Hey again, it’s Reginaldo Osnildo! Let’s talk about something every writer dreads (and every reader notices): The ending. You’ve built your characters, thrown them into conflict, created some tension—and now it’s time to land the plane. But how do you make sure your story doesn’t just… fizzle out? A great ending sticks. It stays in the reader’s head long after they’ve turned the last page. And today, I’ll show you how to craft one that feels right , satisfies emotionally, and makes your story unforgettable. Let’s wrap things up like pros. Why Endings Are So Hard (But So Important) Endings are tough because: You want to resolve the story without rushing it. You want it to feel meaningful without being cheesy. You want to surprise your reader without confusing them. But here’s the good news: a great en...