An Introduction to Show, Don't Tell
LIVE ONLINE WORKSHOP
Learn the foundations of 'show, don't tell'Not sure what exposition in a novel looks like or whether it needs fixing?
This live online workshop introduces beginner and developing fiction editors to shown and told prose. I'll teach you the foundations so you can identify problems, communicate the issues to your clients, and guide them towards solutions. By the end of the workshop, you'll understand the following: > What ‘show, don’t tell’ means > Why shown and told prose both have a place in fiction > Educating authors about ‘show, don’t tell’ > Problematic exposition in narrative > Problematic exposition in dialogue > When telling interferes with viewpoint > How told prose can enrich reader experience |
The workshopThe workshop lasts 2 hours and includes:
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VideosWatch the pre-course lectures to prepare for the workshop exercises and discussion.
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WorkbookAccess summaries of key learning points, practice exercises and links to videos and model answers.
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Practice exercisesTest what you've learned about narrative show and tell by evaluating real examples of fiction.
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Model answersCompare your practical work with model examples of how I tackled the exercises.
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ResourcesGet organized with a suite of useful resources for more productive fiction-editing practice.
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A small groupEach workshop is limited to 8 students, ensuring the atmosphere is friendly and comfortable.
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