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Edit Post #19219 Initial revision almost 5 years ago
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Answer A: Script-style conversations in a book
It's not unheard of to do this, but I wouldn't recommend doing it at the beginning of your book. Give the readers time to get to know the characters, then you can cut to a kind of short-hand between the characters. The reader should always be able to follow what is going on in the dialogue; if it's c...
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almost 8 years ago
Answer A: Can I use "fuck" as a non-vulgar verb in a fantasy/steampunk world?
I kinda agree - it's a little jarring, even if it is only meant to be a verb, not a curse word. My personal opinion, a word that reflects the world specifically might be a better choice here, creatively speaking. Also, something to consider: your intended audience. If you intend this for a YA audien...
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almost 8 years ago