Writer's voice is a literary term used to describe the individual writing style of an author. Voice is a combination of a writer's use of syntax, diction, punctuation, character development, dialogue, etc., within a given body of text (or across several works). Voice can also be referred to as the specific fingerprint of an author, as every author has a different writing style. An author is any person(s) or entity(s) that originates and assumes responsibility for an expression or communication. ... For other uses, see Syntax (disambiguation). ... Diction, in its original and primary meaning, is the term for a writer or speakers distinctive choices in vocabulary and style of expression. ... The term punctuation has two different linguistic meanings: in general, the act and the effect of punctuating, i. ... Characterization is the process of conveying information about characters in fiction. ... Dialogue in fiction is a verbal exchange between two or more characters. ...

In creative writing, students are often encouraged to experiment with different literary styles and techniques in order to help them better develop their "voice." Voice varies with the individual author, but having a strong voice is considered positive and beneficial to both the writer and his or her audience. Creative writing is a term used to distinguish certain imaginative or different types of writing from technical writing. ...

Voice in journalism

Voice is very important in journalism, especially when you are writing reports or feature stories. As you write you have to bear in mind you are almost speaking to someone. The voice becomes very important to get the messege through

See also

• Literary technique
• Literary element
• Writing style
• Writer's block

A literary technique or literary device may be used in works of literature in order to produce a specific effect on the reader. ... A literary element (or element of literature) is an individual aspect or characteristic of a whole work of literature. ... Writing style reveals the personality, thoughts, and voice of a writer in his or her prose. ... Writers block is a phenomenon involving temporary loss of ability to continue writing, usually due to lack of inspiration or creativity. ...

External links

• Finding Your Voice
• Listening to voice
• Do you hear what I hear?