Sarah L. Kaufman: Sharpen Your Writing with Vivid Verbs

336 /  How can selecting the right verbs and a creative approach to language set your writing apart?  Pulitzer Prize-winning critic and author Sarah L. Kaufman shares her passion for verbs, practical tips for vivid writing, and the grammar lessons she wishes every author embraced. The power and artistry of verbs in storytelling How verb choices have evolved from Shakespeare to Hemingway to today The pitfalls of adverbs and “fancy” verbs Tips for using active vs. passive voice Metaphors, deep POV, and making your language memorable ✨ This week’s sponsor is Vellum: www.tryvellum.com/wish 💙 Become a supporter of the podcast https://wishidknownforwriters.com/support or https://wishidknownthenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe Access to backlist of exclusive supporter episodes Shoutout on a future episode 📥 Send us a Text Message  ⚡Links: Sarah L. Koffman  sarahlkoffman.com Vellum: www.tryvellum.com/wish 📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show 🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5 🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/ The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast