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mastering the mechanics of dialogue

1/23/2020

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It’s harder than it looks to write dialogue that sounds natural. Writers can't just transcribe speech, with all its ums and ahs, false starts, unfinished thoughts, clichés, and often banal and boring sentiments. If you have a good grasp of dialogue mechanics, you'll be better equipped to avoid these pitfalls and write dialogue that reveals character, conveys feeling, and moves the story along.

For tips and tricks on dialogue mechanics, read on.


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  • About
  • Services
    • Manuscript Assessment
    • Substantive & Line Editing
    • Copy Editing
  • Online Courses
    • Editing Certificate, Simon Fraser University
    • WRIT 265: Editing in Academic and Professional Contexts
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