What Is a Double Entendre?
A double entendre is a word or phrase with two meanings: one is obvious and literal, the other is more subtle, often humorous or risqué.
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The Steampunk Genre: What is Steampunk and Why It Fascinates
The steampunk genre: What is steampunk, exactly, and why has it captured the imagination of so many readers and writers?
Oh Sugar! The Surprising Health Benefits of Swear Words
This article explores the unexpected advantages of swearing, and offers a list of 100 alternative swear words.
25 Journal Prompts That Will Get You Writing
Journal prompts can help you bypass the paralysis that often accompanies the prospect of starting from nothing.
How to Write: 50 Writing Tips from Famous Writers
This article compiles 50 tips from famous writers, offering a trove of “how to write” advice to refine your writing craft.
Top 82 Magazines and Journals in Canada for Short Stories, Fiction, Poetry, and Essays
Check out this guide to Canadian literary submissions, which includes submission information for 90 Canadian literary journals, magazines and websites.
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“Words were minced into morsels that she could spit across the room like outrageous profanities.”
Ellipses in Writing: Creating Suspense with ‘Drama Dots’
This article explores how ellipses can significantly impact your narrative’s tone, pace, and emotional depth.
The Art of Irony: Unlocking Depth in Your Writing
Irony is a multifaceted literary device that, when wielded with skill, can add layers of meaning and nuance to your writing.