“If one doesn’t value logic, what logical argument would you invoke to prove they should value logic?”-Sam Harris Have you ever wondered why people do crazy things you don’t agree with? Or ponder why certain figures are renowned throughout history as being great orators and speech givers? Why do we value some authors’ writing over …
What Are Logos, Ethos, and Pathos? Examples and Use in Writing Read More »
“While I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping…” — Edgar Allen Poe Do you consider yourself a wordsmith? Are you a bit of a cunning linguist? Are you looking to add some extra pizzazz to your writing? If the answer to any of these was a “Yes!” or “No! Not yet.” or “What?”, then you’re …
74 Useful Literary Devices and Terms to Help Improve Your Writing and Understanding Read More »
“The clever old conniver continued to cogitate.”― James D. Doss Alliteration is the repetition of initial sounds in a series of words. It’s a literary device often used in poetry, humor, and writing to create a musical or rhythmical effect. Alliteration can also be used to add humor to writing and also to teach language learners …
