Write with Seth Coaching
Show, Don't Tell - Four-Module Self-Paced Learning Program
Show, Don't Tell - Four-Module Self-Paced Learning Program
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Most writing advice tells you to “show, don’t tell” but never explains the how.
This class breaks it down into learnable mechanics—specific techniques for verbs, details, and dialogue that transform flat descriptions into scenes readers experience. This Stanford-tested approach focuses on what readers actually crave, not what writers fear.
You Will Learn:
Module One: The Grounding Details
Where does your scene take place? Learn how to open with a quick series of the story’s “given” information to clue in readers even while you get the tension and action rolling.
Module Two: Action! or Slow to Show
A key tenet of “show don’t tell” involves taking time to enjoy what’s on the page. Here we’ll learn to work from positives, what we want, instead of being guided by the fear of boring readers.
Module Three: Verbs – Hooray Verbs!
How can you identify when your writing is static (too slow) and dynamic (showing)? Identifying three key types of verbs will give you a new tool to evaluate what you’re bringing to the page.
Module Four: Interspersing Action and Dialogue
Good action scenes often have quick dialogue. Here we’ll work to blend dialogue and action together so that characters are seen and not just heard. Looking at the balance here will give you another strong tool for evaluating whether you’re showing or not.
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