What were the main artistic techniques commonly used in novels? A novel is an art form that uses fictional stories to express the subject and characters. In order to let the readers better understand the novel, the author often used various artistic techniques to enhance its expression and appeal. The following are some common artistic techniques in novels: 1. Character Description: By describing the character's personality, appearance, psychology, behavior, etc., the reader can better understand the character. 2. Description of the environment: By describing the appearance, atmosphere, atmosphere, etc. of the environment, it will enhance the reader's sense of immersion. 3. Description of dialogue: Through the dialogue between the characters, the character's personality, psychology, and emotions are expressed so that the reader can better understand the characters and the scene. 4. Action Description: By describing the actions and decisions of the characters, it can promote the development of the story and let the readers better understand the characters and scenes. 5. Psychological Description: By describing the inner feelings and thoughts of the characters, the characters 'personalities and emotions are expressed so that the readers can better understand the characters. 6. Metaphor and Symbol: Through the use of metaphor and symbolism and other rhetorical devices to enhance the artistic expression and appeal of the novel. 7. Comparisons and Reversals: Through contrast and reversal, the novel's story conflict and appeal can be enhanced. 8. Suspense and Crisis: By setting up suspense and crisis to attract the interest of readers, they will constantly want to know more. Lyricism and description: Through the use of lyricism and description techniques to enhance the emotional appeal and sense of substitution of the novel. 10. Summing up and reflecting on the plot and characters of the novel to help readers better understand the meaning and value of the novel.