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Quote by David Gerrold

“Imagine yourself in the scene. See what there is to be seen. Listen to the sounds. Touch the world. Smell the air. Taste it. Use all of your senses. Then evoke those experiences for the reader. If you give the audience the flavor, they'll flesh out the moment in their own imaginations.”

Quote by David Gerrold

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David Gerrold, born on January 24, 1944, is an American screenwriter known for his contributions to the science fiction genre. He is best recognized for his role 'Wick Kimball' in the television series 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' and for his novel 'When Harry Met Sally...'. more

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