What killed the cat again? Towards a logical formalization of curiosity (and suspense, and surprise) in narratives with an experimental use of LLM for capturing causality

Key Points

• Curiosity drives engagement in narratives, enhancing reader experience and comprehension.
• Key elements like suspense and surprise are essential for captivating storytelling across various contexts.
• Experimental techniques utilizing large language models offer unique insights into narrative causality and structure.
• Understanding how narratives evoke curiosity could transform approaches in education and entertainment.

Abstract