Show, Don't Tell
How to write vivid descriptions, handle backstory, and describe your characters’ emotions
by:
Sandra Gerth
Summary:
The book provides writers with techniques for crafting engaging and immersive descriptions, offering guidance on how to effectively convey characters' emotions and integrate backstory. It emphasizes the importance of showing rather than telling in narrative prose to create a more vivid and compelling reading experience.
Key points:
1. Show, Don't Tell: The book emphasizes using descriptions, actions, and dialogue to convey the story, rather than just telling it.