: Re: Problem: Scenes that are unavoidable, but boring More specifically: Two of my book series' main characters are (temporarily) diplomats. It's unavoidable to the progress of the plot. But diplomacy

In addition to the always wise advice to omit the boring parts...

Summarize the boring parts in a short paragraph. Maybe simply refer to them in passing.
Complicate the terms of the negotiation until the negotiation becomes interesting.
Add conflicts or problems until the scene becomes interesting. These conflicts need not be related to the subject of the negotiation.
Add a ticking clock. The ticking clock need not be directly related to the subject of the negotiation.
Disable the viewpoint character in some way, such as by distraction, injury, fatigue, urgent concerns elsewhere, or some other condition that diminishes the character's abilities.
Increase the stakes of the negotiation.
Complicate the relationships among the negotiating parties. Ex spouse. Former boss. Parent or child. The guy who shot the viewpoint character's father and got away with it.

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