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Are you struggling with your characters’ thoughts? We can fix that in this $47 course.
Discover how to write inner thoughts that feel real and relevant.
Internal dialogue is one of the most powerful tools for revealing your characters’ true selves, but it’s also one of the trickiest to get right. Many writers struggle with making inner thoughts flow naturally, and when it falls flat, it can pull readers out of the story.
Without authentic internal dialogue, readers won’t connect with your characters. It’s through these inner thoughts that your audience learns what drives your characters—and why they should care enough to keep turning the pages.
The 3 most common pitfalls of internal dialogue
❌ Overuse — Too much internal dialogue can overwhelm the reader and stall your plot.
❌ Underuse — Too little leaves your characters feeling one-dimensional and distant.
❌ Inauthenticity — Internal dialogue that doesn’t ring true makes it tough for readers to relate.
What if you could avoid these pitfalls?
Imagine your internal dialogue being:
☑️ Engaging — Drawing readers in by offering a glimpse into your characters’ thoughts and emotions.
☑️ Balanced — Finding the sweet spot between internal monologue and action, maintaining a steady rhythm throughout your story.
☑️ Impactful — Revealing your characters’ depth and complexities in a way that advances the plot and strengthens the bond with readers.
CAN MAKE YOUR WRITING SPARKLE
“I would recommend this course to all writers. I’ve taken many classes and read numerous craft books over the years, and I don’t recall this topic ever being covered. That’s too bad, because learning when and where to include internal dialogue can make your writing sparkle.” Shari Held
This Really Helped
“I had no experience, so this really helped. I liked the real examples of good versus bad, and how there was lots of real experience with your editing and common pitfalls that new writers fall into.” Lorelei Hunt
Inside Voices: Why Characters Should Talk to Themselves and How to Do It Right gives you the tools to craft internal dialogue that keeps your readers invested.
Here’s what you’ll learn
☑️ Lesson 1 — Getting Inside Their Heads—An Intro to Internal Dialogue: Understand what internal dialogue is and why it’s needed for storytelling.
☑️ Lesson 2 — Inside and Out—Mastering Indirect and Direct Internal Dialogue: Explore how and when to use direct versus indirect internal dialogue.
☑️ Lesson 3 — Dos and Don’ts of Building an Authentic Inner Voice: Discover the rules for writing believable inner thoughts.
☑️ Lesson 4 — Close Connection—Removing Barriers in Internal Dialogue: Find out how to avoid distancing readers with stale words and techniques.
☑️ Lesson 5 — The Nuts and Bolts of Internal Dialogue: Get clarity on grammar and formatting for internal dialogue.
☑️ Lesson 6 — Your Inner Dialogue Toolbox—Final Recap: Wrap up with actionable tips to strengthen your internal dialogue moving forward.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a clear handle on what works—and what gets in the way—when it comes to writing strong internal dialogue.
This is what’s waiting for you inside of the classroom.
☑️ 6 video lessons with closed captions, loaded with examples and tips to guide your writing.
☑️ Downloadable PDF slide decks for a closer look at the main takeaways and examples.
☑️ Cheat sheet recaps to help you quickly review and apply the lessons to your own work.
☑️ Written Q & A section that answers common questions and shares strategic solutions.
Plus, you’ll get these bonuses.
🎁The Writer’s Character Companion—Discover What Makes Your Characters Tick One Prompt at a Time — A 63-page printable journal to explore your characters’ thoughts, fears, beliefs, and contradictions. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of their hidden motivations, so your internal dialogue feels natural.
🎁Triggered! Journaling Through Your Character’s Reactions — This short tool helps you uncover your characters’ emotional responses to pivotal moments in their lives. You’ll reflect on what drives their choices and how to convey it.
Hello! I’m Stacy Juba.
Through my online courses and freelance editing work, I help writers strengthen their storytelling and build deeper connections between their characters and readers. I’m also a mom of two and have more than 700 books on my Kindle, an obsession with the TV show Supernatural, and a fascination with office supplies and planners.
As a fiction writer myself, I know how tricky internal dialogue can be. It’s one of the hardest parts to get right and one of the easiest to overlook.
As an editor, I find myself leaving the same comments on client manuscripts again and again:
“What is she thinking here?”
“Why?”
“Get in his head.”
“Get out of his head. There’s nothing happening.”
Inside Voices draws from the feedback I give writers every day, so your characters feel real and leave a lasting impression.
Follow my simple 3-step framework to create inner voices that make readers want to stick around until the very last page.
Go through the lessons.
Dive into 7 lessons that highlight the most common internal dialogue problems and how to avoid them.
Review the cheat sheets.
Deepen your understanding with downloadable recaps that summarize takeaways from each lesson.
Fill out the journals.
Explore your characters’ mindsets with prompts that spark convincing internal dialogue.
GAVE A MUCH BETTER UNDERSTANDING
“It gave me a much better understanding of the techniques used, especially for introducing internal dialogue. My biggest takeaway was learning how to balance internal dialogue with the other narrative essentials. I would guarantee they will come away with a true understanding of the oft-tricky to implement internal dialogue.” Marc
Stop letting weak internal dialogue hinder your story—join Inside Voices now for only:
$47
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I’ve had a passion for writing and reading my whole life, and I love working with kindred spirits who have stories to tell. I want to help you tell the stories burning inside you and get you closer to your goals. I truly believe Inside Voices is an incredibly useful tool, and I guarantee it is a high-quality resource.
Ask for a refund within 7 days if you don’t think the course is everything I promised, let us know why it didn’t meet your expectations, and we will grant your request. Please note this refund policy does not cover a change of mind. If you request a refund, we will ask you for feedback on how the course didn’t meet your expectations, so we can improve our marketing messaging in the future.
Q. My book isn't finished yet. Should I wait to get the course till later?
A. It’s never too early to start mastering internal dialogue! Whether you’re just starting, in the middle of your draft, or even planning your next book, Inside Voices will save you from costly rewrites down the road. Learning how to craft authentic, engaging inner dialogue now means fewer revisions later. Plus, the course is available at this great price for a limited time, so it’s a smart investment no matter where you are in your writing process.
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Don’t let internal dialogue hold you back—sign up for Inside Voices today!
EASY TO FOLLOW AND IMPLEMENT
“The tips you gave were easy to follow and implement and I am very grateful for that. Each lesson was clear and concise, gave excellent examples, and left me feeling better prepared to write internal dialogues. It really makes me feel great when I know I am going to elevate a skill thanks to someone’s clear guidance.” Tali Sarnetzky
Unlock instant access to:
☑️ 6 video lessons with closed captions, loaded with examples and tips to guide your writing.
☑️ Downloadable PDF slide decks for a closer look at the main takeaways and examples.
☑️ Cheat sheet recaps to help you quickly review and apply the lessons to your own work.
☑️ Written Q & A section that answers common questions and shares strategic solutions.
🎁Bonus: The Writer’s Character Companion—Discover What Makes Your Characters Tick One Prompt at a Time — A 63-page printable journal to explore your characters’ thoughts, fears, beliefs, and contradictions. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of their hidden motivations, so your internal dialogue feels natural.
🎁Bonus: Triggered! Journaling Through Your Character’s Reactions — This short tool helps you uncover your characters’ emotional responses to pivotal moments in their lives. You’ll reflect on what drives their choices and how to convey it.
Give your characters the inner voices they deserve, and turn internal dialogue into one of the most useful techniques you can master.
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