Not sure what exposition in a novel looks like or whether it needs fixing?
Learn the foundations of ‘show, don’t tell’This self-paced course introduces beginner and developing fiction editors to shown and told prose.
By the end of the course, 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 |
Edit with confidenceI'll teach you the foundations so you can identify problems, communicate the issues to your clients, and guide them towards solutions.
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The learning process
WebinarsWatch 7 webinars that prepare you for the practice exercises.
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WorkbookRead the core principles outlined in each module.
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Practice exercisesTest what you've learned by evaluating real examples of fiction.
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Model answersCompare your work with how I tackled the exercises.
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ResourcesAccess a suite of useful fiction-editing resources.
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Free ebookGet a free copy of Making Sense of 'Show, Don't Tell' worth £8.99.
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