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Let's Talk about Rhyme

What is rhyme? Some writers may describe rhyme as a repetition of similar sounds that occur in two or more words at the end of lines in poems or songs. Some may simply say rhyme refers to the pattern of similar-sounding words used in literature. Others may...

What's Epiphora?

Take an example of Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg address (November 19, 1863), when he said; “… that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth." First, even without...

Exploring Anastrophe: Its Meaning, Functions and Notable Examples

Anastrophe is a syntax inversion technique that rearranges a sentence’s standard syntax structure for effect. These effects make a sentence and its meaning more outstanding and profound to the reader. In this article, we explore the unspoken beauties of anastrophe with notable artistic examples. What is...

Explore the Rhetorical and Literary Effects of Anaphora

Anaphora is a rhetorical device where a writer or speaker repeats a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences. Employing this device in your writing can help you reiterate the messages in your work. In this article, we explore the meaning...

What are Anachronisms? Meaning, Types and Examples

It's not so rare to see odd time placements — anachronism — in creative fiction, and these misplacements can serve an artistic purpose. Some anachronisms are errors due to lack of research; others are added intentionally to add humor or make a statement on a...

What are Allusions? Meaning, Types, Functions and Examples

One popular literary device is allusion. It helps develop characters, set up storylines, and form associations with famous works. In this article, we explore the essential aspects of an allusion: its meaning, forms, effects, and examples in notable works of fiction.  What is an Allusion? An allusion is...

What's Foil?

Why do you like that villain in your favorite TV show or favorite novel? Why do you admire that hero or heroine? How did you even first learn that a particular character was a hero or a villain? Those are the questions that will help...

What is Allegory? The Meaning, Functions and Examples

Allegory is a literary device that portrays complex ideas in a simplistic narrative form. Writers have used it to illustrate philosophical notions and historical events, from the import of Christianity to the Russian Revolution. In this article, we discuss the meaning, purpose and notable examples...

Hyperbole Explained: Definition, Functions and Examples

Hyperbole is a straightforward, efficient literary and rhetorical technique employed by writers and speakers. Including hyperbole in your writing can help boost your prose and captivate your readers effectively. In this article, we explore the meaning, uses, and notable examples of hyperbole. What is Hyperbole? Hyperbole is...

4 Narrative Perspectives and How to Effectively Use Them

The narrative perspective or Point of View (POV) you use can make or break your novel. Using it incorrectly will hurt your reader's trust and negatively affect your credibility as a writer.  Choosing the POV for a character is not a simple issue since the four different POVs have specific uses. Let's look at...