Understanding Show Don't Tell with Jacquelin Cangro

"Show don't tell" is far and away one of the most common pieces of writing advice. It is also one of the most misunderstood recommendations for writers. In this class, we'll break down this age-old mantra and unpack how to have a mixture of both elements to provide readers the opportunity to engage and then to rest. We'll have a detailed lesson with takeaways that you can incorporate into your story immediately, and in-class writing time to practice the suggestions. In this class, we’re going to unpack this writing advice so you'll know:

• when to show and when to tell.
• the difference between showing and telling on a story level and on a sentence level.
• the categories of showing on the story level.
• how word choices can impact the reader's experience.

• In-Class Writing Lift: Light
• Homework: None
• Workshopping Drafts: None