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#104: 10 Tips For Writing Better Dialogue

Fiction Writing Made Easy

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Dialogue Drives Purpose

Effective dialogue in storytelling must serve a greater narrative purpose. It should contribute context to the scene and reveal character motivations and relationships. In the example from 'Fable,' the dialogue not only establishes the setting but also illustrates the dynamics between characters, reflecting Fable's discomfort and the overarching conflict of her struggle in the gem trade. Thus, every line should be intentional, avoiding space-filling chit-chat and enriching the story.

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