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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...

What is Alliteration? Definition, Usage and Examples

The prevalent everyday use of alliteration is hard to miss. Writers and advertisers alike frequently employ this powerful literary device. The harmony and melody it creates are eye-catching and attention-grabbing. In this article, we explore the literary usage, effects, and examples of alliteration. What is Alliteration? Alliteration...

What is Verbal Irony? A Definitive Guide

Writers use irony to create intrigue and humor and call attention to a character’s personality. This efficient literary device artistically substitutes the speaker's intention with an opposite verbal expression. In this article, we explore the usage of verbal irony, discussing its meaning, functions and examples. What...

Exploring The Amazing Effects of Situational Irony

Situational irony is an efficient literary device to employ. With it, writers allow their readers to recognize the difference between appearance and reality within a fictional world. This experience creates suspense, increases unpredictability, and deepens the central theme of your work. In this article, we...

Let's talk about Juxtaposition

What is juxtaposition? Think about the famous adage, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” What is clear in that saying is some kind of contrast and comparison. Probably a dog owner long ago had an old dog; he tried to teach it new things but...

All About Assonance

The definition of assonance Assonance is a literary device in which vowel sounds are repeated in words that are in close proximity in a sentence or group of words. Most writers associate assonance with poetry, but assonance can also be used in narratives and in non-fiction. Writers...

What's Motif?

What is a motif? Writers may mistakenly take a motif for the theme of a narrative. Yes, both motif and the theme of a narrative are staunch partners in the narrative world, but they are certainly not the same. Take for example a war story; the mention of...