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How to Show and Not Tell
I’m sure you’ve heard the famous writing advice - show don’t tell.
Great advice, but what does this actually mean?
I cover that and more in my latest video:
Understand the Meaning: Learn what "show, don’t tell" really means in a way that's clear and actionable.
Six Proven Strategies: Six specific techniques you can start using immediately to enhance your storytelling.
Interactive Examples: Watch examples that illustrate the difference between "telling" and "showing."
& more 👇️
📗 Just a quick reminder: if you haven’t done so already, you can submit your manuscript here.
I also wanted to share a few books we published recently with you and some words of wisdom from the writers.
David Catherall
David says: “[I was] Approaching death at a fast rate of knots, and realising forty years of writing for myself was probably going to waste. A NEED to publish at least one of the books on my computer!
Don't wait until you get to my age! When you are struck with an idea for a book, get on with it. Keep coming back to the idea and keep on adding to it. Have confidence in yourself and what you are writing about, but make sure your facts are correct. Do the research.
Suddenly realising that the first book I wanted to publish was good, and readable.”
Fran was inspired by her “love of folklore, myths and legends…If something inspires you, write; if the well dries up, keep going - it will flow again.”