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Shadows & Ink Blog: Dialogue Part 4 of 4

Dialogue will also be examined for its role as a foreshadowing tool. When used effectively, dialogue can plant seeds of anticipation and anxiety, hinting at what horrors are yet to come without robbing scenes of their immediate impact. The next section will explore...
Shadows & Ink Blog: The Key to a More Productive Writing Life

Shadows & Ink Blog: Dialogue Part 3

Moving on, dialogue also possesses the unique ability to nudge the plot forward. Beyond the revelation of character nuances, it can unravel mysteries, introduce conflicts, or signal impending doom. The challenge lies in balancing the informative nature of dialogue...

Shadows & Ink Blog: Dialogue Part 2

In the dim recesses of horror fiction, dialogue serves as a lantern, casting light on the psyches and histories of characters. When used deftly, it carves out the contours of their personalities, unravels their fears, and embroiders their backgrounds into the tapestry...
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Shadows & Ink Blog: Dialogue Part 1 of 4

In preparation for my Shadows & Ink Vol.2 book, out in April, I want to deep dive into dialogue, which is so important in horror fiction. The book delves quite deep into dialogue and a few other topics, but I felt the need to share some of my extra research with...