Show, Don't Tell - part I
a brief guide28 total reviews
Comment from robyn corum
Gareth,
A great subject to dive into. And a 'must-learn' topic for serious writers. I appreciate the fact that you are willing to attempt this. *smile*
I'm also glad that you say this will be a series. I do not think a one-time post would get it.
Some note, if I may:
1.) Chekhov would choose to illustrate a night-time scene by providing readers with sensory details and context clues rather than flat-out statements.
--> you have used this line verbatim in two places
2.) Bulwer-Lytton (regarded as one of the worst opening(s) ever
Thanks so much! I look forward to more!
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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Gareth,
A great subject to dive into. And a 'must-learn' topic for serious writers. I appreciate the fact that you are willing to attempt this. *smile*
I'm also glad that you say this will be a series. I do not think a one-time post would get it.
Some note, if I may:
1.) Chekhov would choose to illustrate a night-time scene by providing readers with sensory details and context clues rather than flat-out statements.
--> you have used this line verbatim in two places
2.) Bulwer-Lytton (regarded as one of the worst opening(s) ever
Thanks so much! I look forward to more!
Comment Written 07-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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Much appreciated, Robyn. G
Comment from estory
I think it's good advice and the example from one of the masters is appropriate. Nice concise and detailed, well structured prose guide this essay, making the point and illustrating it, and I think it might be helpful to many aspiring writers. Putting people into the scene rather than setting them back and merely watching or listening to a third party description of what transpired is preferable. estory
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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I think it's good advice and the example from one of the masters is appropriate. Nice concise and detailed, well structured prose guide this essay, making the point and illustrating it, and I think it might be helpful to many aspiring writers. Putting people into the scene rather than setting them back and merely watching or listening to a third party description of what transpired is preferable. estory
Comment Written 07-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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Much appreciate as always. G
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
Thank you so much for this series. I have said it before, and I guess i will say it again. You are a great teacher. I am gretly looking forward to reading the rest of this series. Kate xx
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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Thank you so much for this series. I have said it before, and I guess i will say it again. You are a great teacher. I am gretly looking forward to reading the rest of this series. Kate xx
Comment Written 07-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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Many thank Kate. G
Comment from Spitfire
If writers are paid for each word, you can sure bet descriptions would be very detailed. I think Stephen King is a master at this. You bring up a good point about the author wanting to immerse his reader in the story. Thanks for including the exercises. It's a good way to learn how to improve.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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If writers are paid for each word, you can sure bet descriptions would be very detailed. I think Stephen King is a master at this. You bring up a good point about the author wanting to immerse his reader in the story. Thanks for including the exercises. It's a good way to learn how to improve.
Comment Written 07-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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I find the telling aspect very boring, if I'm honest. G
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
I'm going to do that, and see what I can come up with. This would make a good contest. It would be an education to see what everyone came up with. I enjoyed reading this and will save it to my file so I can refer to it at times. I'm going to enjoy this! I'll look for your next part. Well done! :)) Sandra xxx
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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I'm going to do that, and see what I can come up with. This would make a good contest. It would be an education to see what everyone came up with. I enjoyed reading this and will save it to my file so I can refer to it at times. I'm going to enjoy this! I'll look for your next part. Well done! :)) Sandra xxx
Comment Written 07-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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I might run a competition on this sometime - rewriting some cliches or boring tellings. lol It's a good idea. G
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I'd like that. I'd enter. xx
Comment from aryr
I loved the picture, G. I hope you do not mind if I bookcase this? You stressed the importance of 'Show, Don't Tell - part I'. Many times I have made that mistake because I was not aware of my error. Thank you so much. I just may make it to a perfect writer someday.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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I loved the picture, G. I hope you do not mind if I bookcase this? You stressed the importance of 'Show, Don't Tell - part I'. Many times I have made that mistake because I was not aware of my error. Thank you so much. I just may make it to a perfect writer someday.
Comment Written 07-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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I'm hoping folk get use out of these. All the best G
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Most welcome, G.
Comment from Shirley McLain
Thank you for sharing this teaching about show, don't tell. It was a great reminder of what we should be doing. I have to admit I have a hard time with it at times. You did a great job as always. Enjoy your day. Shirley
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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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Thank you for sharing this teaching about show, don't tell. It was a great reminder of what we should be doing. I have to admit I have a hard time with it at times. You did a great job as always. Enjoy your day. Shirley
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Comment Written 07-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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Many thanks once again, Shirley. G
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Thank you for sharing this with us. I think we can all work on our writing in this area. This is suppost to be a learning platform. I know I can always use help and am willing to learn,
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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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Thank you for sharing this with us. I think we can all work on our writing in this area. This is suppost to be a learning platform. I know I can always use help and am willing to learn,
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Comment Written 07-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2022
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Many thanks, barbara. G