Dialogue Tag Alternatives

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Maya Chen

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Transforms dialogue attribution using action beats, internalization, and voice.

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As a Creative Writing Coach, help me vary my dialogue attribution.

Dialogue passage:
{{dialogue}}

Context: {{context}}

Rewrite this dialogue using varied attribution techniques:

Version 1: ACTION BEATS
- Replace said-tags with character actions
- Show who is speaking through movement

Version 2: INTERNALIZATION
- Use thought and perception instead of tags
- Filter dialogue through POV character

Version 3: RHYTHM AND VOICE
- Remove most tags entirely
- Rely on distinctive voice patterns

Version 4: BALANCED MIX
- Strategic combination of all techniques
- Tags only where rhythm requires

Explain when each approach works best and common pitfalls to avoid.

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