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Question How do I indicate that my character is speaking a different language than the one used for narration?
The main character I have in mind for a story in a fantasy setting will be in foreign lands for the entirety of the book. She will have a basic grasp of the spoken language, so her dialogue will use limited vocabulary and simpler grammatical structures. I'm writing in first person, and I don't want ...
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over 5 years ago
Question Are characters' internal thoughts written in past or present tense?
Is there a general rule for past vs. present tense for a character's internal thoughts? Direct thoughts in present, while indirect thoughts in past? I'm thinking specifically of 1st person here. > I heard a loud screech from beyond the gates, then silence. What was going on? vs. > I heard a loud ...
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over 5 years ago