Secrets of Writing Great Exposition (5 Pro Tips)

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Want to learn how to write dialogue like a pro? In this video series, I'll show you the best tips and tricks for getting across information to the audience without them even noticing.

Whether you’re working on a screenplay, TV pilot, or even a novel, mastering these techniques will make your dialogue pop and turn readers into fans.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

Drape it in conflict: How arguments can cleverly reveal backstory.
Make it entertaining: Using humor, visuals, and fun moments (like Margot in The Bubblebath)
Pace and space: Avoiding dreaded exposition dumps by spreading out details
The newbie: How a "new guy" character can help uncover the world naturally
Cat-and-mouse dynamics: Making your character work for the information they uncover.

0:00 - Introduction
0:42 - Drape it in Conflict
2:40 - Margot in the Bubblebath
4:15 - Pace & Space
6:29 - The Newbie
7:28 - Cat & Mouse
11:04 - Summing Up