What About Dialogue

Part Two

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An Exercise in Dialogue

From the very first time I wrote a short story in dialogue I fell in love with the writing style. And you may ask, ‘What is dialogue?’ I found this site that gives a comprehensive look into the style of dialogue.

For quick reference without following the link:

“…the definition of dialogue in literature is a conversation between two or more characters in a story, or between a character and themselves.

To sum up, dialogue:

• is an exchange of words between two or more characters
• can be “inner” or “outer”
• develops characterization[1]

Most of you would probably have used dialogue in writing your stories. But if you are anything like me you didn’t use it as a tool to create your characters. I found another site which among others described the advantages of using dialogue to drive your story:

Some Important Benefits of Dialogue Writing[2]

There are many benefits of dialogue writing, including:

• Brings characters to life: Dialogue can help bring characters to life by giving them unique voices, personalities, and perspectives.
• Advances the plot: Dialogue can be used to advance the plot, reveal character motivations, and add conflict or tension to the story.
• Makes the story more engaging: Well-written dialogue can make the story more engaging and immersive for the reader.
• Increases emotional impact: Dialogue can be used to convey emotions and create a deeper connection between the reader and the characters.
• Improves writing skills: Writing effective dialogue requires practice and skill, which can improve overall writing abilities.

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[1] What is Dialogue in Literature? Definition, Examples of Literary Dialogues – Writing Explained

[2] Dialogue Writing Tips – Style, Format, Examples – WriteMe.ai