Describe a stomach ache without using stomach or ache more than once in the scene.
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Pain in the abdominal area. Does that work?
ReplyDeleteNo...the reader needs to "feel" it. Something like...his gut twisted into a knot and pulled until he couldn't breath. A cold clammy film painted his skin...
ReplyDeleteDonna
I can see why you are good at this. I think in a different side of the brain sometimes. I like your example that gave great clarification.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Tom.
ReplyDeleteI try to exercise that creative side of the brain everyday. Learning to take what flows through the brain and put it on paper in a way that conveys an image--that takes practice.
A great way to exercise and hone this talent is writing prompts. :)
Donna
I write ideas and have my secretary fix the grammar. I know, I know....lol.
ReplyDeleteBetween my gratitude journal, the positives I write and my blogging I would have to quit my job to write much more.
I understand, Tom.
ReplyDeleteI did quite my job last June after 12 years. Now I freelance full time.
Donna