Writing
dialogue from memory
When writing dialogue from memory, is it best to
write with accuracy of what was actually said, liveliness to make the narrative
interesting, or with succinctness?
I do not
think succinctness is very important, as dialogue that is too concise is not
very interesting, or realistic.
Some degree
of accuracy must be retained, or else your recollection will be untrue, but it
is difficult to remember what exactly was said, so too strong a focus on
accuracy would be unrealistic and tiring.
Liveliness,
however, is quite important for a good narrative that one enjoys reading.
Though too much would certainly be unbelievable, the dialogue would be boring
without it.
In
conclusion, I would say I believe that a good amount of both accuracy and
succinctness are necessary, but liveliness is the most important for dialogue.
