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Molly Rookwood
Oct 7, 20225 min read
Words Left Unsaid: When to Tell, not Show
Were you taught "Show, don't tell" as a golden rule of writing? It's time to break it, and Guy Gavriel Kay is here to show us why.
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Molly Rookwood
Nov 15, 20216 min read
Who's Telling the Story: Narration and Point of View
Choosing the correct point of view for your story changes how your readers receive your words. Which point of view is right for you?
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Molly Rookwood
Feb 9, 20215 min read
Unlearning "Show, Don't Tell"
Young writers are often told, "Show, don't tell!" However, effective description is a mix of techniques. It's time to let "show, don't tell" go.
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