It's a stylistic choice. For example 1, they're all technically correct. For example 2, version A is probably the correct one, while B and C both...
I remember Terry Pratchett formatted Death's dialogue in an unusual way, with block caps. It worked because a) Death was the only character (that...
This logline is really great start! To be honest, it's most of the way there. Loglines are obviously all about distilling the key conflict, which...
I don't dislike this character based on her description; I feel sorry for her. Being cruel to her daughter is really the only "bad guy" trait, and...
When writing a script, I plan everything to the Nth. In fact, there's no clear line between the planning and writing. I create a synopsis, then a...
Exposition through conflict is an easy disguise -- it shows character and can be dealt with briefly. Perhaps two of the guards are taking the piss...
Depends on the medium, but I'm glad McKee already got a mention. "Sparse dialogue has salience and power." The less dialogue there is, the more an...
If the meaning is clear and isn't distracting, words like "smiled" or "shrugged" can work fine. It's a style choice. Just watch out for...
I guess the thing that unites all three examples is their utter lack of subtext. In that regard, the GoT line is probably the most subtle. In...
Characters in fiction always take the most interesting or exciting action rather than the logical one. OF COURSE it's a better shout to just call...
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