Numbers are an intuitive way to communicate information. They're quick, they're easy, and they get the message across.

If I say Bob is 27 years old, 6'0" tall, and 170lbs, that paints a pretty clear picture, right? (Unless you use metric, then you may or not be confused right now.)

But like most forms of telling, this is just raw information. Numbers are great for technical writing, but not always the best choice for fiction. They don't create evocative images in our minds, and we honestly don't...