Master the Art of Showing, Not Telling: A Curated Resource for Writers

Master the Art of Showing, Not Telling: A Curated Resource for Writers

As writers, we often hear the advice to “show, not tell,” but putting this into practice can be one of the most challenging aspects of storytelling. To help you deepen your understanding and refine this essential skill, I’ve shared a list of insightful articles by novelist MK Swanson at WritingDreamer.com.

MK said, This is a series of six posts in which I work with ChatGPT to explain the difference between telling versus showing and exposition versus scene, and how to use them in fiction. I added this list to the bottom of each post in the series. The introduction explains how I used ChatGPT to help write some of the articles and create the quizzes, commenting on its tendency to get things wrong and get lazy at the end of the week.

Each piece offers a unique perspective and practical guidance to help you master the delicate balance of evocative description and subtle storytelling. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, these resources can provide valuable tools to elevate your craft.

Here are the titles and links for easy access:

Introduction: https://writingdreamer.com/exploring-writing-challenges-with-my-human-partner/

Are You Ready to Create a Scene: https://writingdreamer.com/are-you-ready-to-create-a-scene/

Breaking the Habit of Exposition: https://writingdreamer.com/breaking-the-habit-a-recovering-journalists-guide-to-scene-and-exposition/

Quiz 1 – Scene and Exposition, Show and Tell: https://writingdreamer.com/exposition-vs-scene-telling-vs-showing-quiz/

Scene and Exposition, Show and Tell Balance: https://writingdreamer.com/balancing-showing-telling-exposition-and-scene/

Quiz 2 – Scene and Exposition, Show and Tell Practice : https://writingdreamer.com/practice-practice-practice-quiz/

I hope you find these resources as inspiring and helpful as I do. Happy writing!

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