Tips and Tricks

This is where you will find writing tips and tricks, as well as, explorations of themes and writers.

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Macabre Themes in Literature: Understanding Our Fascination with Death and the Unknown

There’s something about the crisp air of autumn, the rustle of leaves underfoot, and the early arrival of dusk that stirs a certain mood—a feeling of lingering unease, as though the world is slipping into a quieter, more introspective time. In this season of shadows, the human fascination with mortality and the macabre feels more

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Writing Like Jane Austen: Timeless Lessons for Modern Writers

Jane Austen is often celebrated for her keen social insight, engaging plots, and sharp wit, but her brilliance as a writer extends beyond these surface qualities. For modern writers, Austen’s works offer a treasure trove of lessons on craft. Her novels, from Pride and Prejudice to Emma, transcend time, continuing to captivate readers and inspire

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Thomas Paine’s Revolutionary Writing Style

Thomas Paine, a revolutionary thinker, and visionary writer, forever transformed American history with his influential pamphlet, “Common Sense.” This article delves into Paine’s remarkable writing style and explores how his 45-page pamphlet sparked both a literary revolution and ignited the spirit of independence within the American colonies.     The Literary Power of Common Sense

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