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The Dialogue Doctor Will See You Now: How to Write Dialogue and Characters Readers will Love
It is time for your writing to reach its full potential and engage readers to the level you know it can. Discover the transformative power of compelling dialogue with “The Dialogue Doctor will See You Now!”
Are readers not embracing your work like you wish they would? Do your characters feel flat, your scenes seem lifeless, and your story lacks the energy it needs to truly captivate readers? The story you want to tell is clear in your mind, and you know it could be a best-selling novel or block buster movie, but transferring it onto the page can be challenging. This book is your path to breakthrough.
The secret to writing stories readers love lies in writing great dialogue. It’s the catalyst that breathes life into characters, drives your story, and ultimately, leaves your readers spellbound. But how do you craft dialogue that isn’t just good, but unforgettable?
Jeff Elkins, the Dialogue Doctor, is here to help. Jeff has served as an editor and book coach for more than two hundred authors. He has also written and published twelve novels and is the host of the Dialogue Doctor podcast - a podcast that empowers writers to create dialogue that will engage readers. Jeff knows what makes dialogue sparkle. Now, he’s here to share that knowledge with you to help you take your writing to the next level.
Drawing from his vast experience, Jeff distills complex concepts into digestible, actionable steps. Learn how to structure dialogue, create unique character voices, modulate emotions, and construct powerful scenes that will hook readers from the first line to the last.
This book doesn’t just teach you how to write dialogue; it takes you on an immersive journey, equipping you with the skills needed to transform your story. You’ll learn to create characters that readers adore, scenes that they relish, and stories they can’t stop talking about.
The book examines dialogue with the rigor of a scientific researcher. In its pages, you’ll delve deep into the mechanics of dialogue.
You’ll come to understand the difference between dialogue and exposition, and how the two forms of writing impact the reader.You’ll learn how to structure exchanges and utterances to create energy in your scenes.You’ll gain a new understanding of how to build character voices and dynamic casts.You’ll master how to embed emotion through a character voice modulation.You’ll become effective at using tools like body language and dialogue tags.And, most importantly, you’ll learn how to craft an emotional journey with your story that will excite a reader.Get ready to elevate your writing, captivate your readers, and finally tell the story you’ve always wanted to. With “The Dialogue Doctor will See You Now!” your words will find their rhythm, your characters their voice, and your story the heartbeat it needs to come alive.
Your writing journey begins now, and your mentor, Jeff Elkins, is ready. Will you answer the call?
Stand out from the crowd and make your story heard. Let “The Dialogue Doctor will See You Now!” be the catalyst for your success.
Are readers not embracing your work like you wish they would? Do your characters feel flat, your scenes seem lifeless, and your story lacks the energy it needs to truly captivate readers? The story you want to tell is clear in your mind, and you know it could be a best-selling novel or block buster movie, but transferring it onto the page can be challenging. This book is your path to breakthrough.
The secret to writing stories readers love lies in writing great dialogue. It’s the catalyst that breathes life into characters, drives your story, and ultimately, leaves your readers spellbound. But how do you craft dialogue that isn’t just good, but unforgettable?
Jeff Elkins, the Dialogue Doctor, is here to help. Jeff has served as an editor and book coach for more than two hundred authors. He has also written and published twelve novels and is the host of the Dialogue Doctor podcast - a podcast that empowers writers to create dialogue that will engage readers. Jeff knows what makes dialogue sparkle. Now, he’s here to share that knowledge with you to help you take your writing to the next level.
Drawing from his vast experience, Jeff distills complex concepts into digestible, actionable steps. Learn how to structure dialogue, create unique character voices, modulate emotions, and construct powerful scenes that will hook readers from the first line to the last.
This book doesn’t just teach you how to write dialogue; it takes you on an immersive journey, equipping you with the skills needed to transform your story. You’ll learn to create characters that readers adore, scenes that they relish, and stories they can’t stop talking about.
The book examines dialogue with the rigor of a scientific researcher. In its pages, you’ll delve deep into the mechanics of dialogue.
You’ll come to understand the difference between dialogue and exposition, and how the two forms of writing impact the reader.You’ll learn how to structure exchanges and utterances to create energy in your scenes.You’ll gain a new understanding of how to build character voices and dynamic casts.You’ll master how to embed emotion through a character voice modulation.You’ll become effective at using tools like body language and dialogue tags.And, most importantly, you’ll learn how to craft an emotional journey with your story that will excite a reader.Get ready to elevate your writing, captivate your readers, and finally tell the story you’ve always wanted to. With “The Dialogue Doctor will See You Now!” your words will find their rhythm, your characters their voice, and your story the heartbeat it needs to come alive.
Your writing journey begins now, and your mentor, Jeff Elkins, is ready. Will you answer the call?
Stand out from the crowd and make your story heard. Let “The Dialogue Doctor will See You Now!” be the catalyst for your success.
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120 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 1, 2023
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About the author
Jeff Elkins
28 books43 followersJeff Elkins writes stories about outsiders who fight for outcasts, rejects, and the oppressed. He is the author of more than ten novels, a Certified Three Story Method Editor, and the host of the Dialogue Doctor podcast. During the day, he leads the writing team for a training company that simulates difficult conversations.
He lives north of Baltimore, Maryland with his wife of twenty years and his five kids.
He lives north of Baltimore, Maryland with his wife of twenty years and his five kids.
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March 29, 2024
This is a very informative read about writing dialogue. And I really enjoyed reading it. The book is packed full of tips and information. It also has some good examples so you can really see the tips and advice in action. I also appreciated the summary and practical exercise ideas at the end of the chapters. I liked the author's writing style and how he used the same dialogue scene multiple times to show different pieces of advice. I also liked how the tone was explanatory, but not forceful or saying you have to write something a certain way. I liked this open and accepting style.
If you want to know more about writing dialogue, I would definitely recommend this book!
If you want to know more about writing dialogue, I would definitely recommend this book!
November 29, 2024
It surprised me how practical this short book was. It's full of tips and explanations without being preachy or inaccessible. I tabbed the heck out of this book and wish I highlighted directly in it! The reason it's not 5 stars is because of the book's formatting - the paperback version has a typo or two (which I could ignore) but the formatting feels a little unpolished to me; it has wide margins and sans serif font. It just felt a little distracting and contrast to all the great information inside, but many people may not even notice or care! Overall an excellent writing resource.
October 22, 2023
Some really interesting dialogue concepts, and I really liked how he demonstrated step-by-step how to differentiate voice. Some really valuable tips and tricks.
February 19, 2025
A great book about dialogue that will help any writer with it's fun and easy to understand explanations and examples.
August 2, 2023
I have always struggled with my dialogue, and this craft book is an excellent help to me to improve my dialogue. I just read the book while on holiday, so I will re-read it and take notes, when I get back from my holiday. Also, the book is a short and easy read, to the point and full of hands on advice. I hate heavy craft books.
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