Use this glossary of literary terminology to understand common terms used in writing.
Have you wondered what assonance means? Are you confused by euphemism and hyperbole? These terms are explained in these images from Mrs Swanda’s Writing Resources.
A Glossary Of Literary Terminology

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Dear Writers Write, I so enjoy your posts. So informative and enjoyable – some I’ve saved to a folder I have entitled, Writers Write. And the writing prompts have a sub-folder all their own! Them’s some good writing boosts there!!!
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