We can use ‘talk’ to inform, disrupt, distract, enlighten, or even misdirect. Thus, today, I’d like for us to explore the purpose of dialogue.
Category: Writing Tips
Nov 19 2021
Dune, Dialogue, Wishing Sand Worms Would Kill Me
Dune…desert planet…no dialogue. Before we plunge ahead in our ‘sit-still’ suits, I promise to work very hard to avoid any ‘spoiler alerts.’ Though, in my defense, this story has been around since disco was cool.
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Nov 05 2021
Johari Window: Harnessing Character Blind Spots
The Johari Window can be one of many powerful tools for crafting dimensional characters and developing layered stories (plots) audiences love.
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Nov 02 2021
Drama: Three Simple Ways to HOOK Audiences
Drama needs to be in all content we create. It’s the perfect human bait, guaranteed to hook audiences faster than cocaine-laced kittens.
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Oct 29 2021
How Horror Can Improve Our Writing in ANY Genre
No matter which type of fiction we write, we can learn a lot from what horror authors do well.
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