: Re: Level of description in a story I have often come across stories where the author has described a particular scene or action of a character in minute details. e.g. If a character has to open

Treat details like Chekhov's Gun. They should only be there if they serve a purpose.

If the purpose is to create atmosphere, explain the setting to the reader for the first time, place a macguffin on a shelf (JK Rowling did this in Order of the Phoenix when she casually listed a large ugly locket as one of the things in an enchanted cabinet, and it turned out to be a freakin' Horcrux in Deathly Hallows), or describe a character, then go right ahead.

But if you're pouring on detail to prove that you did background research, or because you have a door fetish, then save the excess to your slush file to enjoy on your own time.

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