Show Don't Tell

What is it?

In this revision game, we'll put our characters into motion to transform moments of telling into lively scenes. You can use the way a character eats a sandwich, packs their backpack, or wanders through a museum to show us everything we need to know about how they feel. Let's explore practical strategies for adding emotional depth and bringing our scenes more fully to life.

Objective:

To transform moments of "telling" into well-crafted scenes that can spring to life in a reader’s mind.

Video:

Direct link: https://youtu.be/OamiEwwJOUo

See it on our blog:

Show, Don't Tell: A Scene Building Game for Writers

What does it mean to show rather than tell? Honestly, we all know showing is more powerful than telling, but sometimes it's difficult to sort out which is which in your own writing. One way to is to put your character in motion.

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