Bigs Quote by P. G. Wodehouse
“Always get to the dialogue as soon as possible. I always feel the thing to go for is speed. Nothing puts the reader off more than a big slab of prose at the start.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Writing advice, 1935
Begin with concise, engaging dialogue to hook readers, avoiding heavy exposition early.
In simple terms: Start with dialogue, not long prose.
Key Takeaway
Hook readers quickly with conversation.
Themes
writing
storytelling
engagement
Mood
informative
playful
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- novel opening
- short story
- scriptwriting
- blog posts
Key Concepts
narrative technique
reader psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does dialogue shape character?
- When is descriptive opening effective?
A Different Perspective
Some stories benefit from atmospheric prose.
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