The Writer's Chatroom Topic Chat
Published: Wed, 07/18/12
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(Sally is in charge tonight)
LEE CHILD (one of my favorite writers) DEBUNKS THE BIGGEST WRITING MYTHS
Show, Don't Tell: "We're not story showers," Child said. "We're
story tellers."
Don't Start With the Weather: "If the weather is what's on your mind, start with it," Child said.
Suspense is Created by X, Y, or Z: "And that's how you create suspense," he said--it all boils down to asking a question and making people wait for the answer.
Ultimately, he said writing rules make the craft more complicated than it really is--when it comes down to it, it's a simple thing.
Lee Child is saying things I've thought but wasn't brave enough to say. So, come to Topic Chat where we will discuss the broken myths of writing and maybe add a few of our own. The second hour will be a great time to bring up your own writing, publishing or marketing related questions.
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We look forward to chatting with you!
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