John, Jr Hough
The Fiction Writer's Guide to Dialogue: A Fresh Look at an Essential Ingredient of the Craft
- ISBN 13:
- 9781621534396
- author:
- John, Jr Hough
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Skyhorse Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15 x 1.5 cm
- Genre:
- Reference, Language,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Fiction Writer's Guide to Dialogue offers a fresh perspective on a crucial element of the craft. By exploring the art of dialogue, writers can create characters that reveal their nature and defining impulses through conversation.
John Hough examines the role of dialogue in shaping the drama and conflict of a novel, and provides practical advice on how to achieve tension in every conversation. The book is illustrated with examples from the work of renowned writers, including Cormac McCarthy, Kent Haruf, and Elmore Leonard.
With its focus on the essential ingredients of the craft, The Fiction Writer's Guide to Dialogue is a valuable resource for writers and aspiring writers looking to improve their dialogue and elevate their writing.
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