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Should You Write Like You Talk?

Posted on January 16, 2017September 16, 2020 by Adam Hughes

One issue that divides writing experts is whether authors should strive to “write like you talk” or adopt a more formal and rigid approach to our prose. Strong arguments can be — and are — made on both sides of the line, but what’s best for you? The answer will depend on your genre and…

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What Is an Author’s Voice?

Posted on January 15, 2017September 16, 2020 by Adam Hughes

In brief, an author’s voice is the unique combination of literary elements that makes his stories “feel” different from everyone else’s. Components of writing that help define voice are syntax, character development dialogue, word choice, dialect, punctuation, sentence length, and even formatting. “Voice” is sometimes used interchangeably with broad concepts like style, diction, and tone,…

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