Dialogue writing

A. Use of Speaking verbs Use of different verbs shows the speakers’ mood E.g. “Quickly, turn on the torch,” Jeremy begged. (Showing the speaker’s fear) E.g. “I can’t believe there is a spaceship!” Maggie exclaimed. (Showing the speaker’s disbelief and surprise.) E.g. “Don’t come closer or I will kill you!” Jeremy shouted/screamed. (Showing the speaker’s anger) E.g. “Let’s keep our voice down. Don’t let the alien find us,” Maggie whispered. (Showing the speaker’s carefulness)

More Speaking Verbs E.g. “What do you mean? Could you tell more?” Jeremy asked. (Showing the speaker’s doubt) E.g. Maggie sighed. “Don’t be silly!” (Showing the speaker’s helplessness) E.g. “If I had a million dollars, I would fix this old house,” Maggie laughed. (Showing the speaker’s happiness) E.g. “Grandma’s dead now,” Jeremy said as he shivered. (Showing the speaker’s fear) E.g. “I think you’re afraid,” Maggie said with a smile. (Showing the speaker’s happiness)

Use contractions 1) You don’t look too bad yourself.’ said Amy. 2) I've been waiting here for an hour. You didn't leave a note’ My mother complained. B. Tips on writing dialogues

Use of short phrases 1) ‘ The hospital?’ She asked in surprise. 2) ‘ For three hours.’ He replied.

Use of gap fillers ‘Um’, ‘Er’ or ‘Oh’ 1) I left the house in a hurry. I... um... my mother..." John said. 2) ‘ Oh. Oh, God. Mom's all right, isn't she?’ Justin said.

Having interruptions from other characters I’ve fallen in love with Joey. We’ve… ’ said Peter. “ What? Joey?’ Dickson replied

Summary 1)Use of speaking verbs 2)Use of contractions 3)Use of short phrases 4)Use of gap fillers 5)Having interruptions from other characters

Practice One night, Maggie and Jeremy accidentally run into a meeting between an alien, a werewolf and a ghost. Could you guess what they are talking about? Design the dialogues for them.