Do you need some tips on how to structure dialogue in a short story? We’ve included 13 top tips for you below! 1. Don’t Always Have Your Characters Talking in Complete Sentences Although it might be grammatically correct, human dialogue often has a lot of fragmented sentences. Try to check for them the next time you have a conversation: how many did you notice … [Read more...] about How to Structure Dialogue in a Short Story: 13 Top Tips
How to Describe Hallucinations in a Story
Are you looking for ideas on how to describe hallucinations in a story? Scroll down to learn about 10 words you can use. 1. Distorted Definition Warped, altered; twisted in shape or appearance. Examples “The distorted figures danced before her eyes, their elongated limbs and contorted faces sending shivers down her spine.” “He struggled to make sense of the … [Read more...] about How to Describe Hallucinations in a Story
10 Words that Start with A to Describe a Father
In a previous post, we provided you with some words to describe a mother. In this one, we’ve listed 10 words that start with A to describe a father to help with your writing. 1. Authentic Definition Someone who is genuine in their behavior or emotions. Examples “His dad was always authentic. You’d never catch him pretending to be someone else!” “I will be an … [Read more...] about 10 Words that Start with A to Describe a Father
10 Words that Start with E to Describe a Dad
There are so many words you can use to describe a father in your writing. We’ve included 10 words that start with E to describe a dad in the list below. 1. Easygoing Definition Relaxed and not easily upset or worried. Examples “Their easygoing dad effortlessly navigated the chaos of family life with a laid-back demeanor; it seemed like nothing could ever faze … [Read more...] about 10 Words that Start with E to Describe a Dad
An Interview with Author Sam Sparks
We’re delighted to welcome author Sam Sparks to Writing Tips Oasis. You can learn more about Sam, his background and his work as an author in an interview we carried out with him below. Please tell us about you. Where are you from? What is your professional background and how did you become an author? I’ve lived in Sussex for most of my life, apart from two spells in … [Read more...] about An Interview with Author Sam Sparks