Episode 203 - Argument makes our dialogue riveting.
Episode 203 - Argument makes our dialogue riveting.  
Podcast: Essential Guide to Writing a Novel
Published On: Fri Feb 06 2026
Description: Dialogue lets the reader become part of the story, as if the reader is standing next to the characters listening to them talk.  Not all conversation between characters is equal: argument is the most engaging dialogue.  An argument between characters in our story--the back and forth, the accusations and denials, the evasions and justifications--can be riveting.  Here are thoughts on writing the big argument scene.Support the showBuy the master class.