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subplots

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Subplots in Fiction: How to Use Them to Deepen Your Story

June 2, 2025

sound devices in poetry and literature

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Sound Devices in Poetry and Literature

May 26, 2025

literary motifs

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Literary Motifs: What is a Motif in Literature?

April 24, 2025

symbolism in writing

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Symbolism in Literature: What Symbolism Is, and How to Use It In Your Writing

April 21, 2025

sound devices in poetry and literature

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Sound Devices in Poetry and Literature

May 26, 2025

literary motifs

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Literary Motifs: What is a Motif in Literature?

April 24, 2025

you've finished your first draft—now what?

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You Finished Your First Draft—Now What? A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Novel’s Next Chapter

February 3, 2025

word choice in writing | gems

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The Importance of Word Choice in Writing

January 20, 2025

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What is Found Poetry? Prompts and Inspiration

June 29, 2025

how to get poetry published

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How to Get Poetry Published: Your One-Stop Guide

June 16, 2025

sound devices in poetry and literature

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Sound Devices in Poetry and Literature

May 26, 2025

how to write poetry step by step

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How to Write a Poem

May 12, 2025

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