Dialogue: Techniques and Exercises for Crafting Effective Dialogue
By (Author) Gloria Kempton
F&W Publications Inc
Writer's Digest Books
26th October 2004
United States
General
Non Fiction
808.396
Paperback
240
Width 152mm, Height 229mm, Spine 17mm
327g
How do some writers craft conversation so authentic that it feels as if they've been eavesdropping What's the secret behind getting characters to talk to each other How can writers make their dialogue sing Answers to all of these questions and more can be found in this in-depth look at this crucial component of fiction. Readers will learn how to create dialogue that sizzles, with tips on: Creating dialogue for specific genres; Bringing characters to life with revealing dialogue; Identifying and fixing common dialogue problems; Each chapter features numerous examples of successful dialogue drawn from best-selling novels and chapter-ending exercises help readers apply the lessons learned. This is one book that will get readers talking!
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