Discover the secret to captivating writing through the power of show and tell!
In this episode, you will be able to:
• Grasp the significance of balancing show and tell in writing to captivate the reader.
• Discover the potency of dialogue for transmitting multifaceted data.
• Evade redundancy and cultivate trust within your readership.
• Master the art of pacing to emphasize specific emotions and actions.
• Uncover valuable resources and suggestions for honing show vs tell writing abilities.
Our special guests are Marie Beswick-Arthur, and Amie McCracken
Marie Beswick-Arthur is a writer/editor on the Ingenium Books team, as well as the author of Listen for Water, published by Ingenium Books in May 2022. With years of experience in the industry, Marie has honed her skills in balancing the art of show and tell in writing. Her magic power lies in creating engaging and powerful dialogue that simultaneously advances the plot, establishes character, and sets the mood.
Amie McCracken is director of publishing with Ingenium Books and a highly accomplished writer, editor, and author of several books. She brings a wealth of experience in guiding aspiring authors on the path to success. As a firm believer in the importance of balancing show and tell in writing, Amie brings unique insights to the Ingenium Books podcast with host Boni Wagner-Stafford. Her expertise in crafting immersive narratives and fostering deep character development has earned her a well-deserved reputation in the literary world. Amie's passion for storytelling and commitment to excellence make her an invaluable addition to any discussion on the craft of writing.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:06 - Introduction,
00:01:28 - Differing Points of View on Show vs Tell,
00:04:12 - Defining Show vs. Tell,
00:06:59 - Example of Telling,
00:12:37 - The Role of Naming Emotions,
00:18:47 - Writing with a balance of Show and Tell,
00:21:40 - Aligning Showing and Telling in Dialogue,
00:23:06 - When to focus on Show vs. Tell,
00:25:47 - Resources to improve Show vs. Tell,
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
• Visit Ingenium Books Books website to learn more about their services and how they can help you with your writing and publishing journey.
• Check out Marie Beswick-Arthur's website and portfolio to see her work as a writer and editor.
• Explore Amy McCracken's website and portfolio to see her work as a writer and editor.
• Sign up for Ingenium Books Books' newsletter to stay up to date on their latest news, tips, and resources for authors.
• Follow Ingenium Books Books on social media for more writing and publishing insights and updates.
• Purchase a copy of Boni Wagner-Stafford's book, One Million Readers: The Definitive Guide to a Nonfiction Book Marketing Strategy.
• Read Marie Beswick-Arthur's article on dialogue as a powerful tool for showing in writing.
• Read Amy McCracken's article on the importance of active writing and strong verbs in showing instead of telling.
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