Description
Masterclass 3 – Narrative exposition versus action
Narrative exposition, also known as story exposition, is critical to progressing the narrative and providing the reader with information about the story’s setting and the characters’ backstories. But, while narrative exposition is used to create rising action, it is not the action itself.
In this Masterclass we explore different techniques to help the reader experience the narrative through exposition, action, sensory description and dialogue . We also explore the well-worn adage of ‘Show, don’t tell’, and the idea that this ‘golden rule’ is culturally biased.
By the end of this Masterclass, participants should be able to:
- Distinguish between dialogue, thoughts (including internal monologue), action/plot, description, exposition and resolution, and their roles in progressing a story.
- Analyse the effectiveness of choices for exposition, plot (action) and narration in a range of published works.
- Identify different cultural conceptions of literary convention and diverse storytelling traditions.
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