Sunday, December 7, 2008

This week's practice exercise~

Prepared by:Patricia Johnson
Reposted on: Sunday, 7 December 2008




Exercise: In 300 words or less, write a scene in which you begin to develop a character whom we would recognize if we were to meet him or her.
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Behavior, mannerisms, speech, and dress can all be part of character development.

A character who smells of stale smoke brings to mind a picture different from that of a character carrying the smell of a hay field. A character on a limited income might carefully count the change given by a cashier. The possibilities are endless.

Do not tell us your character is proud or shy or demanding--show us.

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These exercises were written by IWW members and administrators to provide structured practice opportunities for its members. You are welcome to use them for practice as well. Please mention that you found them at the Internet Writers Workshop.

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