Again, your post has come at just the right time. I am working on improving a scene in my drafty draft novel. The pacing is off, and not enough happens until the end. The words of advice you shared will be a great help.
In answer to your question, I always include dialogue in my scenes. In fact, I don’t think I have written a single scene ever that didn’t include dialogue! Perhaps it’s my theater background that leads me to savor writing dialogue. From your list, the two pieces I struggle with most are momentum and tension. With your advice in hand I am ready to forge ahead!
Five Essential Elements of Effective Novel Scenes
Hi, Jackie --
Again, your post has come at just the right time. I am working on improving a scene in my drafty draft novel. The pacing is off, and not enough happens until the end. The words of advice you shared will be a great help.
In answer to your question, I always include dialogue in my scenes. In fact, I don’t think I have written a single scene ever that didn’t include dialogue! Perhaps it’s my theater background that leads me to savor writing dialogue. From your list, the two pieces I struggle with most are momentum and tension. With your advice in hand I am ready to forge ahead!