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\"The<\/a>Let\u2019s welcome back Laurel Osterkamp<\/a> as she shares with us \u201cThe Difference Between Author Tone and Voice, And Why It\u2019s Important To Have Both.\u201d Enjoy!<\/p>\n

***<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat\u2019s the difference between tone and voice?\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

This question was inevitable whenever I\u2019d go over all the elements of fiction with my Creative Writing students.<\/p>\n

And to be honest, I still find it challenging to explain the difference between these two often-interchanged elements.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s even more difficult to explain is why establishing tone and voice is so important<\/strong>, because neither element is concrete in the way that plot, character, setting, and dialogue are.<\/p>\n

And yet, I feel it\u2019s essential that authors understand the distinction between tone and voice, and how to use each to their advantage while creating a compelling story.<\/p>\n

But first, what is<\/i> the difference between tone and voice?<\/p>\n

The Tone<\/h2>\n

The tone<\/b> of a novel is the author\u2019s attitude, or emotional quality, toward their writing.<\/p>\n

Tone conveys the author\u2019s sentiment, and can be described as formal, informal, serious, humorous, sad, ironic, and so on.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s an impression that the author conveys to the reader<\/strong>, and is composed of the words, phrasing, and overall structure of the story.<\/p>\n

The author communicates with the reader through the use of tone, albeit indirectly. Readers must infer tone, as it cannot be stated outright.<\/p>\n

The Voice<\/h2>\n

The voice<\/b> of a novel is the author\u2019s individual style of writing.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s what comes through in the author\u2019s choice of words, style of writing, and overall structure.<\/p>\n

Voice is the author\u2019s personal style<\/strong>, and is something that cannot be taught. It is unique to each author and can take years to develop.<\/p>\n

Why should I develop tone and voice?<\/h2>\n

Now, why is it important for authors to have a clear tone and a strong voice in their writing?<\/p>\n

Well, a clear tone allows the reader to easily understand the emotion the author is conveying<\/strong>, while a strong voice helps the reader to connect with the story on a deeper level.<\/p>\n

Without a clear tone and strong voice, the story may lack depth and struggle to engage readers.<\/p>\n

But with a strong tone and voice, what might be an otherwise ordinary novel will stand out.<\/p>\n

Some Examples<\/h2>\n

For some examples, let’s look at two popular novels from the 2000s: John Green\u2019s The Fault in Our Stars, <\/i>and Gillian Flynn\u2019s Gone Girl.<\/i><\/p>\n

These are two wildly different stories that share one common factor<\/strong>: strong use of tone and voice. Both authors have done a remarkable job in this area.<\/p>\n

The Fault in Our Stars\u00a0<\/i><\/h3>\n

The Fault in Our Stars<\/i><\/a> is a coming-of-age love story about two teens, Hazel and Augustus, who both have cancer and find solace in one another. John Green\u2019s tone is light yet powerful.<\/p>\n

It is filled with humor and bright moments<\/strong>, while also exploring the depths of despair.<\/p>\n

The voice of the narrator often takes on a young yet wise quality, conveying Hazel\u2019s perspective on the world around her.<\/p>\n

The tone of the story is often melancholic, yet never without hope.<\/p>\n

The narrator\u2019s words are often laced with optimism<\/strong>, even in moments of darkness.<\/p>\n

For example, when Hazel and Augustus go to Amsterdam to visit the author of Hazel\u2019s favorite book, Augustus says, \u201cSometimes, you read a book and it fills you with this weird evangelical zeal, and you become convinced that the shattered world will never be put back together unless and until all living humans read the book.\u201d<\/p>\n

This statement perfectly encapsulates the tone of the story:<\/strong> even in the face of tragedy, there is a spark of hope.<\/p>\n

But in a nutshell\u2026<\/p>\n

Tone<\/b> in The Fault in Our Stars <\/i>= An unsentimental, often irreverent and always profound depiction of teen cancer.<\/p>\n

Voice<\/b> = Elevated vocabulary for a teen narrator, lots of precocious dialogue, yet still written in a way that\u2019s accessible for a teen audience.<\/p>\n

Gone Girl<\/i><\/h3>\n

On the other hand, Gone Girl<\/i><\/a> is a psychological thriller about a man, Nick, whose wife, Amy, suddenly disappears.<\/p>\n

Gillian Flynn\u2019s tone is dark and edgy, filled with suspense, mystery, and deceit.<\/p>\n

The voice of the narrator is often sinister<\/strong>, conveying the themes of deception and manipulation that pervade the story.<\/p>\n

For example, when Nick is trying to figure out the truth of Amy\u2019s disappearance, he says, \u201cI was feeling like one of those guys who dug too deep, the kind of person who pushed his luck and paid the price.\u201d<\/p>\n

This statement effectively communicates the tone of the story<\/strong>: even when the truth appears to be within reach, it still remains elusive and dangerous.<\/p>\n

Again, in a nutshell\u2026<\/p>\n

Tone <\/b>in Gone Girl <\/i>= A darkly humorous, psychologically provocative and enigmatic look at marriage, deceit, and violence.<\/p>\n

Voice<\/b> = Shifting first-person point of view between two unreliable narrators, each of whom rely upon metaphors and other types of figurative language to express their mental state.<\/p>\n

Thus, the use of tone and voice in The Fault in Our Stars<\/i> and Gone Girl<\/i> are vastly different, yet equally powerful.<\/p>\n

Both authors do an amazing job of creating a unique voice and tone for their stories<\/strong>, and in doing so, make their stories truly unforgettable.<\/p>\n

In fact, I believe it\u2019s the tone and voice of these two novels that distinguishes them as two of the most beloved books of the last decade or so.<\/p>\n

How can I strengthen my tone and voice?<\/h2>\n

Unfortunately, I don\u2019t have a magic formula for how to create strong and unique author tones and voices.<\/p>\n

Like I mentioned earlier<\/strong>, this can\u2019t really be taught.<\/p>\n

Instead, trial, error, and lots of practice is the recipe.<\/p>\n

But the first step is becoming aware that it\u2019s necessary to cultivate your own author tone and voice.<\/p>\n

Then, by mastering the distinction between the two<\/strong>, you\u2019re on your way to creating stories that resonate with readers.<\/p>\n

***<\/p>\n

About the Author\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Laurel<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Laurel Osterkamp is from Minneapolis, where she teaches and writes like it\u2019s going out of style. Her short fiction has been featured in Tangled Locks Literary Journal, Bright Flash Literary Journal, and Metawoker Lit, among other places. Her latest novel Favorite Daughters was recently released by Black Rose Writing. (Click <\/span>here<\/span><\/a> to see the novel on Amazon.)<\/span><\/p>\n

Social Media:<\/h3>\n

Website – https:\/\/laurellit.com<\/a>
\n<\/span>Facebook – https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/authorlaurelosterkamp<\/a>
\n<\/span>BookBub – <\/span>https:\/\/www.bookbub.com\/profile\/laurel-osterkamp<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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