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Crafting Prose Like Ray Bradbury, Exploring His Unique Style
Ray Bradbury, known for his evocative prose, invites us into the world of over-description and poetic language. In his works, he wields similes and metaphors…
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Subscriber Post: A blood-curdling collection of horror-themed posts!
Today on the blog, we examine previous posts that explore the horror genre. Join us to learn more!
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Background Knowledge: The portrayal of Death in Literature
Mr. Moundshroud, who are YOU?And Mr. Moundshroud, way up there on the roof, sent his thoughts back:I think you know, boy, I think you know.…
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Literature in Film: Poe, Lovecraft, and The Haunted Palace
Through the power of dark magic and malevolence, warlocks seek to do harm and/or destroy the world—at least according to the movies. They also appear…
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Book List: House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski
Today we examine the horror House of Leaves by Daniel Z. Danielewski. Join us to learn more!
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Thematic Analysis: Temptation, vice, and “poison in the blood” in literature
Today we examine temptation in literature. Join us to learn more!
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Writing Craft: What is a Polemic, and how can we use it as writers?
Today on the blog, we define and look at examples of polemics. Join us to learn more!
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Background Knowledge: The Mysteries of Harris Burdick
Today we examine _The Mysteries of Harris Burdic_ by Chris Van Allsburg. Join us to learn more!
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Writing Craft: Developing a Distinctive Writer’s Voice
Today we learn a few ways to develop our “voice” as a writer. Join us to learn more!
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Short Story Analysis: “Rattle of Bones” by Robert E Howard
Today we analyze “Rattle of Bones” by Robert E. Howard. Join us to learn more!
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Literary Quotes: “Write only what you love…”
Today we examine a quote from Ray Bradbury about the love of writing. Join us to learn more.
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Writing Craft: Imagery, figurative language, and senses in writing
Today we look at imagery in writing. How can we use our sense to write more imaginatively? Join us to learn more!