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Elevate your novel or screenplay to the next level… A dull dialogue can be the downfall of your masterpiece. Is your work’s dialogue not quite up to par? Undeniably, every chart-topping novel or acclaimed screenplay boasts of a compelling story. Equally crucial though, is the presence of sparkling dialogue. Allow Jim Driver – editor, author, publisher, and critic – to guide you through the delightful and straightforward process of crafting terrific dialogue. This succinct 26,000-word guide covers a range of topics, including:
– The significance of dialogue
– Defining what dialogue is and what it should not be
– Four clever techniques to identify the speaker
– Correct formatting of dialogue and unique formatting concepts you may have overlooked
– 8 strategies for instantly enhancing your dialogue
– Narrating a story through characters’ conversations
– How to create distinctive and engaging voices for all your characters
– Ten invaluable tips to enhance any dialogue
Struggling with dialogue doesn’t have to be your reality. Find all the solutions you need in this engaging and concise guide. Through examples from successful screenplays and novels, such as works by Graham Greene, F. Scott Fitzgerald, P.G. Wodehouse, and modern icons like Breaking Bad, J.K. Rowling, and James Patterson, you’ll learn how to make your dialogue shine.
**UPDATED FOR 2019**
Reviews of Previous Editions:
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“I gained a tremendous amount of knowledge from this book. I was ecstatic to find many of my practices were already on point, but one can never learn enough. I will definitely recommend this to others!” – Amazon Customer, Amazon.co.uk
Don’t hesitate! Take the step to dramatically enhance your dialogue writing skills today.