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EPISODE · Feb 6, 2026 · 25 MIN

Episode 203 - Argument makes our dialogue riveting.

from Essential Guide to Writing a Novel · host James Thayer

Dialogue lets the reader become part of the story, as if the reader is standing next to the characters listening to them talk.  Not all conversation between characters is equal: argument is the most engaging dialogue.  An argument between characters in our story--the back and forth, the accusations and denials, the evasions and justifications--can be riveting.  Here are thoughts on writing the big argument scene.Support the showBuy the master class.

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