How I Write 171 Years of Writing Advice in 90 Minutes | How I Write
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Jan 10, 2025 Dive into a treasure trove of writing wisdom, where expert insights illuminate the diverse styles that make stories shine. Uncover the nuances of emotional depth and the transformative journey from rough drafts to polished gems. Explore the art of effective storytelling while balancing impactful openings and conclusions. Get inspired by the revival of email communication, turning it into a cherished tool. Discover the iterative process of refinement and the power of engaging narratives that resonate deeply, combining creativity with simple, clear communication.
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Show, Don't Tell
- Focus on specific details and sensory experiences to bring a scene to life.
- Avoid clichés and generalizations, instead show the reader what the character would see, hear, smell, and feel.
The Power of Diacope
- Diacope is a powerful rhetorical device that repeats a word or phrase with one or more words in between.
- It enhances memorability, sometimes even creating false memories, as seen with "Fly, my pretties, fly" in The Wizard of Oz.
Chiasmus's Persuasive Power
- Chiasmus, reversing the order of words in two otherwise parallel phrases, creates memorable and persuasive lines.
- JFK and Obama masterfully used this in speeches like "Ask not what your country can do for you…"