Cultural influences help make fictional worlds feel real and engaging. Here are some ways they do that:

1. Setting:

   • About 67% of readers think that the setting of a story helps them connect emotionally.
   • When stories include different cultures, they can show new places that change how the plot unfolds.

2. Character Development:

   • Around 62% of characters show their cultural backgrounds. This affects what they want and the problems they face.

3. Themes:

   • Common themes, like identity, community, and tradition, connect with people from different cultures. These themes add depth to the stories.

4. Language and Dialects:

   • Using local language and dialects can make characters feel more real. About 55% of readers prefer characters that use dialects from their region.

All these parts work together to create rich worlds that show different points of view.