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Posts by Becca Puglisi

Introducing…the Character Traits Thesaurus

May 17, 2011

Introducing…the Character Traits Thesaurus

May 17, 2011

Quick, name your favorite character. Now list a trait or two that defines him/her. Chances are, you were able to come up with a defining trait fairly quickly. That’s because likable characters are…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Rain

May 14, 2011

WEATHER is an important element in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather can…

Setting Thesaurus Entry: Coffee Break Room

May 7, 2011

Setting Thesaurus Entry: Coffee Break Room

May 7, 2011

Sight Dated & cheap table with a scarred surface, rickety chairs, lockers, sink, paper towels, coffee maker, mis-matched coffee mugs with cheesy sayings on them, box of tea/coffee/hot chocolate, vending…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Tornado

May 5, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Tornado

May 5, 2011

WEATHER is an important element in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather can…

Setting Thesaurus Entry: Cruise Ship

April 30, 2011

Setting Thesaurus Entry: Cruise Ship

April 30, 2011

Sight Inside: people in swimsuits/wraps/flip-flops, sharply-dressed ship employees, fancy restaurants, fast-food shops, retail stores, bars and lounges, kiosks selling merchandise and snacks, casinos, game rooms for kids, multiple elevators and…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Mist or Fog

April 27, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Mist or Fog

April 27, 2011

WEATHER is an important element in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather can…

Setting Thesaurus Entry: Medieval Markets

April 23, 2011

Setting Thesaurus Entry: Medieval Markets

April 23, 2011

Sight Cramped wooden stalls, sweaty vendors, bright fabric roofing or simple framing to hang merchandise from, wares laid out on cloth or leaves (food, vegetables, jewelry, weaponry, books, bright bolts…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Thunderstorm

April 21, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Thunderstorm

April 21, 2011

WEATHER is an important element in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather can…

Setting Thesaurus Entry: Wedding Reception

April 16, 2011

Setting Thesaurus Entry: Wedding Reception

April 16, 2011

SightValet parking, a table for gifts and cards, round tables, covered chairs, china place settings, ornate flower centerpieces, helium balloons, candles, linen napkins, champagne glasses, a head table for the…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Blizzard

April 14, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Blizzard

April 14, 2011

WEATHER is an important element in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather can…