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Posted On BlogWorldbuilding with L Frank Baum
Today we look at the idea of “worldbuilding” by looking at the first two chapters of L. Frank Baum’s The Wizard of Oz.
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How to Effectively Use the Writing Process
The writing process consists of five stages: prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. This post explores practical ways to effectively utilize each stage.
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Posted On BlogFolklore: Pressie, The Serpentine Cryptid of Lake Superior
The Great Lakes surround Michigan, and Lake Superior holds the mysterious creature known as Pressie, a serpentine cryptid. Sightings date back to indigenous reports and…
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Posted On BlogGhosts in Literature: Symbolism and Representation
The post examines famous ghosts in literature, defining them and their symbolism. Examples include the ghosts in “Turn of the Screw,” “Hamlet,” and “The Legend…
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Posted On Blog“Abraham’s Boys” by Joe Hill: A Story About Killing Your Heroes
Today we examine the short story “Abraham’s Boys” by Joe Hill, in which the famed vampire slayer is shown in a different light. Who is…
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Posted On Blog“The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs: Death and Dire Choices
“The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs centers on the White family’s encounter with a magical monkey’s paw that grants wishes, leading to tragic consequences.
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Posted On Blog“The October Country” by Ray Bradbury: Eerie and imaginative
Ray Bradbury’s “The October Country” features dark, macabre short stories with a mix of horror and nostalgia, receiving positive reviews.
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Posted On Blog“I felt a funeral, in my brain” by Emily Dickinson: Considering Death
Emily Dickinson’s poem “I felt a Funeral, in my Brain” delves into the unsettling experience of a deteriorating mind, evoking profound empathy.
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Posted On Blog“The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allan Poe: The Heart of Madness
Today we examine “madness” as a gothic construct in Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart.”
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Posted On BlogGothic Literature and Eeriness: Definition and Examples
Today on the blog, we’re delving into gothic literature and the concept of eeriness. Eeriness evokes discomfort, fear, and mystery, often seen in works like…
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Posted On BlogGovernesses in Literature
Some jobs go without love, and some jobs are forgotten. While the profession of “governess” is not as predominant in modern culture, it was once…
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Posted On Blog“Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Bronte: Summary and Reviews
“Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Brontë is a tale of perseverance and passion, blending gothic elements with deep emotional insights.
