Hello everyone,
A few months ago I sent off my latest story to a writer’s contest, confident that this was my strongest story to date. Today I received my answer.
Month: December 2017
Show & Tell (1/3) 204-01
“Show, don’t tell” is common phrase that attempts to oversimplify a complex topic. “Show” and “Tell” are both essential for good writing. They represent complimentary techniques for writing prose. It is true that telling is often easier, and as a result it’s frequently over used, but both have their place in writing.
Unseen
A short piece I was randomly inspired to write while driving by an interesting rock formation.
Ready Player One-Stand Alone-3.5/5
Pitfalls of Prose 203-03
Bad Habits to Avoid
It’s all about variety. Whether it’s the length of sentences, the complexity of the words used, or the type of writing (description, action, summary, dialogue), don’t stick with one style for too long.