1-2-3 Writing Blog: Let’s Talk About A Dialogue Hack
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Each blog contains 1 idea, 2 quotes, and 3 questions to ponder.
1 WRITING IDEA
Great authors have a knack for crafting dialogue, but let’s be real—it’s trickier than it looks.
Want a secret to make your dialogue sizzle?
Have your characters argue.
When you fill conversations with tension, misunderstandings, and hidden agendas, your readers will devour every word.
Why? We all like to eavesdrop on juicy drama.
2 WRITING QUOTES
“Tension on a tightly suspended cable is what holds up the bridge… and it’s what makes a good novel or a good life.”
“Dialogue is not just words on a page, it’s the emotional tension between characters.”
3 Writing Questions
What are some common pitfalls writers face when creating dialogue?
How can writers ensure that tension in dialogue remains engaging without becoming repetitive or predictable?
How does the setting of a conversation influence the way arguments unfold between characters?
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Hey, I’m Brian. Born a Tar Heel but now a Virginian, I’m a father of five and the husband of one amazing lady. My family has a thing for Golden Retrievers. Given the right circumstances, I can do a smooth moonwalk on a slick kitchen floor. I’ve also written a book called The Jungle Within.