Bringing Characters to Life Through Conversation

Writing Craft
2018
Featuring Desiree Brown, J.D. Allen, Joseph Terrell, Kelly Oliver, Maggie Toussaint, Robert Downs

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Dialogue brings characters out of the abstract and onto the page. J.D. Allen, Desiree Brown, Joseph Terrell, Kelly Oliver, Maggie Toussaint, and Robert Downs share techniques for writing conversations that feel natural, engaging, and story driven. This session offers creative tips for keeping dialogue sharp while pushing scenes forward.

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