As writers, our job is to connect with our readers and transport them into the world of our stories, and the quickest way to break that connection and jolt the reader out of that world is by confusing them. That’s why one of the most important tools in the writer’s toolbox is clarity. We’ll tackle the big and the small things, including when and how to use unfamiliar words, eschewing obfuscation, and whether that minor character really needs a name, to help you unclutter your manuscript and keep your readers mesmerized.