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About this free sentence rhythm report
Monotonous sentence length puts readers to sleep. This sentence rhythm report calculates average words per sentence, maps a length histogram, and flags when consecutive sentences are too similar — helping you vary pace in action, dialogue, and introspection.
How to use the Sentence Rhythm Report
- Paste your prose sample or chapter.
- Click Analyze to compute sentence stats.
- Review the histogram for length distribution.
- Check the monotony percentage for similar pairs.
- Mix short punchy sentences with longer flowing ones.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good average sentence length for fiction?
Commercial fiction often averages 12–18 words per sentence, but variety matters more than the average alone.
What does monotony percentage mean?
It measures how many adjacent sentence pairs have similar word counts. High monotony suggests repetitive rhythm.
Can I use this on AI-generated text?
Yes. AI drafts often produce uniform sentence lengths — this tool spots that pattern quickly.
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