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I am writing a novel, and I am trying to find the right dialogue tags for identifying the character that is currently speaking. Here are some examples of two forms, and I am unable to decide which ...
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2019-12-08T04:41:56Z (over 4 years ago)
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driima
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2019-12-08T04:41:56Z (over 4 years ago)
I am writing a novel, and I am trying to find the right dialogue tags for identifying the character that is currently speaking. Here are some examples of two forms, and I am unable to decide which one is more appropriate: 1. _'The cat is in the bag,' **said James** , closing the door behind him._ 2. _'The cat is in the bag,' **James said** , as he closed the door behind him._ Does it matter which form is used? Is it appropriate to use only one form throughout the entirety of the novel, or can both forms be used? Are there any more forms I can use to identify the character that is currently speaking?
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System
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2015-10-12T22:21:01Z (over 8 years ago)
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