This Q/A was taken from the chapter titled "TIP #8: Replacing PASSIVE with ACTIVE (Voice)."
Q: In your example, the story seems to be in first person. Is there a difference in active and passive when doing third person?
A: No, it would follow the same concept.
Let's look at the original active voice example written in first person:
"Well, send the memo to your face," she teases. I glare back, primed to make a witty comeback until she slams the accelerator and takes the words right out of my mouth. Darn that Harley!"
Now, let's look at the active voice example written in third person:
"Well, send the memo to your face," Harley teased. Margaret glared back, primed to make a witty comeback until her friend slammed the accelerator and took the words right out of her mouth. Darn that Harley!"
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How to Become a Better Writer: A Wattpad Guide
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