Write a piece inspired by "Salvador." Start with a TONE (see your tone words sheet), then create a piece in which all of your decisions as a writer are designed around that tone.
Here's a big tip: To create tone well, it helps to create a SPEAKER also. It doesn't need to be first person, but knowing who your speaker is will contribute to how they view the subject.
Just writing a story with a sad plot does not give it a sad tone. Tone is the speaker's attitude toward the subject.
Here's a big tip: To create tone well, it helps to create a SPEAKER also. It doesn't need to be first person, but knowing who your speaker is will contribute to how they view the subject.
Just writing a story with a sad plot does not give it a sad tone. Tone is the speaker's attitude toward the subject.
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