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Writing a Draft

Set Each Scene πŸŸͺ At the beginning of each scene, indicate where and when action takes place. (See the setting on page 191.)

Write Dialogue πŸŸͺ Write what characters say to each other. The dialogue should tell your story. Have your characters speak in a way that fits their personalities.

Dialogue Example
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Include Stage Direction πŸŸͺ In parentheses, write actions that the characters do. Put short stage direction into dialogue, as shown above. Put longer stage direction in separate paragraphs.

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