Episode 190 - Laura and Jeff Q&A

The Dialogue Doctor Podcast - A podcast by Jeff Elkins - Mondays

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In this episode, Laura and Jeff answer questions from the Dialoggers. Questions include: --Suggestions for plotting and planning a longer series, --How to write dialogue in a group scene where you have six or more characters in the discussion? --When trying to establish characters, world, and show the 'normal' state of life for them, how do you keep it interesting? This is especially tricky with fantasy considering the world building. --How do you choose to read a new author? Like do you choose mood or genre first? What do you type into Amazon? --What if your vehicle's steps towards their true need feel repetitive? People and/or situations change, but the choice or action seem too similar? --Can you offer any tips to help a writer who normally writes third-person close; write first-person? --Can you recommend a framework for finding the sweet spot between overwriting and underwriting during the drafting process? For more on dialogue, check out https://dialoguedoctor.com/