Dialogue by Gloria Kempton - ISBN: 9781582972893
Paperback
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 cruci…
Save 10%

Dialogue

Techniques and Exercises for Crafting Effective Dialogue

RRP$43.32

$38.99

  • Paperback

    240 pages

  • Release Date

    26 October 2004

Check Delivery Options

Summary

Craft Compelling DialogueWhen should your character talk, what should (or shouldn’t) he say, and when should he say it? How do you know when dialogue–or the lack thereof–is dragging down your scene? How do you fix a character who speaks without the laconic wit of the Terminator?Write Great Fiction- Dialogue by successful author and instructor Gloria Kempton has the answers to all of these questions and more! It’s packed with innovative exercises and instruction designed to teach you how to-.Create dialogue that drives the story.Weave dialogue with narrative and action.Write dialogue that fits specific genres.Avoid the common pitfalls of writing dialogue.Make dialogue unique for each characterAlong with dozens of dialogue excerpts from today’s most popular writers, Write Great Fiction- Dialogue gives you the edge you need to make your story stand out from the rest.

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781582972893
ISBN-10:1582972893
Author:Gloria Kempton
Publisher:F&W Publications Inc
Imprint:Writer's Digest Books
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:240
Release Date:26 October 2004
Weight:327g
Dimensions:17mm x 152mm x 229mm
Series:Write Great Fiction
A-Format
B-Format
Dialogue by Gloria Kempton - ISBN: 9781582972893
152 × 229 mm
C-Format
A4
mm / in
About The Author

Gloria Kempton

A former trial lawyer, James Scott Bell is an award-winning author and frequent speaker at writing conferences.

Returns

This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.