Dialogue: What Belongs in a Story

Categories: Character | Dialogue | Editing

Great dialogue does more than fill space, it reveals character and moves the story forward. Jacob Moon, Jane B. Lee, Rich Zahradnik, and Rick Pullen explore how to decide what belongs on the page and what should be left unsaid. This session focuses on writing conversations that feel purposeful, sharp, and true to character while keeping scenes moving.

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