Editing
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Editing Dialogue: Making Every Line Count
When characters partake in conversation, the audience has the opportunity to examine how a character positions themselves. However, if dialogue falls flat, an audience may tune out or skim, missing valuable information. While grammar is essential, an authentic voice and empathic dialogue decrease the chance of boring an audience. For the seasoned writer, each line Continue reading
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Showing & Sometimes Telling: Bringing Character Emotions to Life
Our connection to a story hinges on how deeply we empathize with characters. As writers, we always hear the advice, “Show, don’t tell.” But what does that mean? And is telling always bad? This blog post will deepen your understanding of the concept and explore techniques to craft compelling narratives. Deconstructing “Showing” Showing involves using Continue reading
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Overcoming First Draft Challenges: The Ultimate Self-Revision Checklist for Writers
The first draft is a wild beast that every writer must tame. It moves like scared cattle and circles like sharks in red water. Even after every scene and chapter sits in its correct place, you might wonder if you have forgotten something. Below is a list of actionable steps to tighten your draft. I. Continue reading
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Finding Your Unique Writer’s Voice: Exercises & Tips
Once you’ve read the dictionary, everything else is just a remix. So, how do you make your mixtape stand out? You could spend hours searching for an answer, but one of the most frequent topics you’ll come across is “narrative voice.” It is a complex concept about how a writer communicates information to their audience. Continue reading
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