: Re: How do we handle pauses in a dialogue? How do we handle pauses in a dialogue? Let's say that character A speaks and then after a pause character A speaks again. How should we separate the

You indicate pauses with action, even mentioning the pause. (Or, as Cyn says in comment, with other exposition or thoughts).

Chad said, "Was the computer software hacked?"
Bryce shook his head. "No, it was a bug caused by legacy software. Any other question?"
Bryce waited for somebody to answer, but everyone averted their eyes, or looked at the wall clock.
"No? Okay, see you on Thursday."
Noise filled the room as students gathered their books and belongings, and began to wander into the hall. He waited for Alice to pass, his star pupil. She caught his eye.
She said, "Bye."
Bryce smiled and nodded to her.

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