Story Pirates
Idea Storm: Problems! Whoosh! Bang!
Sep 21, 2023
Learn how to introduce an exciting problem in your story with the Idea Storm series. Explore the importance of showing character traits and emotions through actions and dialogue. Find out how specific details and dialogue can bring a story to life.
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- Describing characters through their actions can create a more vivid and engaging narrative.
- Demonstrating character traits through actions and dialogue is more effective than stating them directly.
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Idea Storm: Describing Characters through Actions
In this podcast episode, the Idea Storm segment introduces the concept of describing characters through their actions rather than just stating their traits or emotions. Using examples from different stories, the host emphasizes how showing the character's actions can create a more vivid and engaging narrative. For instance, rather than saying a character is kind, the host suggests describing the kind things they do in the story. The importance of specific details and dialogue is also highlighted to bring the scenes to life. Listeners are encouraged to apply this technique in their own writing and submit their stories to Story Pirates.
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