Writers’ Corner Workshop: What it means to show and not tell

Join me at the RHPL on March 6 and April 3 for a Writers’ Corner workshop on what it means to show and not tell.

What is meant by “showing” versus “telling” and  how can you tell the difference?   Is it ever okay to “tell?” Is there such a thing as showing too much? Explore  these important questions by looking at dialogue, description, pacing and transitions, and learn how to invite your readers into the scenes you write. 

A special thank you to the Writers’ Community of York Region for helping to organize these workshops.

Part 1

What does it mean to show and not tell? When is it okay to tell? When should you show? Using imagery to paint a word picture. Active vs. passive voice.

When: Wednesday, March 6, 2024 from 6:30 – 8 p.m.

Where: Richmond Hill Public Library, 1 Atkinson Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4C 0H5

Sign up here: https://www.rhpl.ca/whats-on/calendar-of-events/writers-corner-0

Part 2

Adding sensory detail. Using dialogue to show your characters’ emotions. When is it too much showing. What is information dump? Body language.

When: Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from 6:30 – 8 p.m.

Where: Richmond Hill Public Library, 1 Atkinson Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4C 0H5

Sign up here: https://www.rhpl.ca/whats-on/calendar-of-events/writers-corner-0

About Elise Abram

Elise Abram is a retired high school teacher of English and Computer Studies, providing coaching to writers of all ages and at all levels of development from middle school through Ph.D. candidate. She is a former archaeologist and current editor, publisher, award-winning author, avid reader of literary and science fiction, and student of the human condition. Though she has written books for all ages from children to adult, she is best known for her work as an urban fantasy and young adult author.