👉 In literature, an epilog is a section that follows the end of a long story or novel. It often serves as a summary or continuation of what has been said in previous chapters and can be used to enrich the reader's understanding of the main plot or characters. An epilog could include additional details about events that have not yet been mentioned, such as character motivations, conflicts that have yet to be resolved, or unexpected revelations. It is often written by a secondary character who has had an impact