Show don’t tell

Show don’t tell

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Yesterday’s blog prompted a question, “Do you have any writing tips?” Here is a quick one, “Show don’t tell.” Let’s go back to the old first reader books and use their characters, Dick and Jane. There is an example of telling.

Dick knew Jane loved him.

This is an example of showing.

Dick wasn’t sure if he should kiss Jane, but he thought, “What the heck?” He felt her body tense as their lips met, but quickly, she relaxed and returned his kiss with passion.

Which would you want to read?

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