The Art of Voice in Storytelling

This chapter explores the distinction between narrative voice and character voice in storytelling, emphasizing their roles in character development and reader engagement. It highlights the natural evolution of an author's voice through character crafting while advocating for the practice of imitation as a means for writers to discover their unique style. Additionally, the chapter discusses the intricacies of dialogue and character portrayal in both fiction and narrative nonfiction, stressing the importance of distinct character voices and the balance of factual and emotional truths.