Too much showing can bog your pacing; too much telling can flatten your emotion. This writing podcast for authors in the Story Savvy Series explores that delicate equilibrium with narrative distance explained in practical terms. You’ll uncover how to avoid info dumps, weave exposition naturally, and recognize when direct telling enhances reader understanding. Combining self editing tips for writers with developmental editing advice, the episode guides you toward stronger storytelling choices that polish your manuscript and keep your readers immersed from start to finish.In this episode of the Story Savvy Self-Editing Series, developmental editor Rebecca Hartwell [hartboundediting.com] and aspiring fantasy author Agnes Wolfe [agneswolfeauthor.com] examine the pitfalls of exposition and over-description. Rebecca discusses how to balance show versus tell, write essential context without info dumping, and maintain narrative momentum through clear, purposeful prose.In this episode:Balancing show vs. tell for stronger storytellingRecognizing over-showing and trimming excess detailAvoiding exposition overload in your scenesUsing telling strategically for smoother pacingReplacing info dumps with purposeful, timely details

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