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Drama: September 27, 2006 Issue [#1291]

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3. Letter from the Editor
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Drama = life


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Letter from the editor

Have you ever noticed that not matter how interesting a plot is becoming, if the story behind it lacks "color", you find yourself bored? Or if you have a character with a name but nothing else, that you very quickly are searching for something else to read?

What I'm trying to get at here is that no matter how good your story is; drama, comedy, or romance, without decent descriptions, your story will fall flat.

Try asking yourself- If I was told to draw this place with just the descriptions I have written here; could I? Or am I only seeing this place in my mind? The best writers invite the reader into their minds to walk along side them as they are strolling through their stories. You feel the warm breath of wind in your hair and the cold hard steel of the blade at your throat. It's not just the wind or the knife.

Now take the characters. Could you pick them out in a lineup? I was reading one story and half way through it I was unsure if the main character was male or female. Not only was the name androginous, but the character lacked substance. No descriptions were used to plump them up and fill them out. Besides that, the character lacked personality. If I can't feel something for this person, whether sympathy, rage or love when why would I take the time to read about their escapades through life?

Take the time to "paint the picture" of your story, and then introduce your characters to your audience. I will bet you that your reviews and ratings will increase.

Keep writing!
Mandik


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Submitted By: esprit storytime

Mandik, this was a great letter, and so right on point I had to write and let you know how much I enjoyed reading it. Your words; Writing, like life in general, is all about taste. are a good reminder for all of us. One writer or reader's Drama may be to another only a bit of spilled milk. It's all about the writing and staying focused. The genre will correct itself soon enough. I pay no attention to how an item is listed unless it is deliberately misleading. Posting new work is Drama enough.

Thank you so much Esprit!
But I do think that the writers out there (here) need to remember that like a good title, an accurate description helps to bring the readers in.



Submitted By: Daiu lumina_3005

What are the techniques in creating a fictional dramatic story? Does dialogue or actions influence the mood the most?
I would greatly appreciate your time in answering my questions. Best greetings, Diana.

Great question, Diana!
Unfortuantely there is no absolute answer to it. Some stories flow wonderfully through wave after wave of drama, never once having a character utter a single word. Othertimes, the story is told exclusively through dialogue. I believe it is all a matter of taste. Good luck with your writing!


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