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Can a story be all dialog?

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Yes. There are plays and short stories that are all dialogue. It is hard to pull off, but it is possible.

But maybe if it's not acted and it's only written, you will have to write forexample "Bill Said"


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Yes, a story can be all dialog. This form of storytelling is known as a "dialogue-only" narrative and can be powerful in conveying emotions, relationships, and tension between characters without traditional narrative elements. It often requires skillful use of dialogue to drive the plot, develop characters, and engage readers.

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