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Weather Thesaurus Entry: Sunset

August 11, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Sunset

August 11, 2011

WEATHER and PHENOMENON are important elements in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather…

More Tension-Building Tips: Learning From a Pro

August 8, 2011

More Tension-Building Tips: Learning From a Pro

August 8, 2011

I saw the final Harry Potter movie last week. I think I’m in mourning. I’m also still pondering the tension piece of writing, and how important it is. Put those two pieces…

Character Trait Entry: Charismatic

August 6, 2011

Character Trait Entry: Charismatic

August 6, 2011

Definition: having a special magnetic charm or appeal; having the ability to arouse loyalty or enthusiasm through charm or influence Characters in Literature and History: Aragorn (Lord of the Rings), John…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Clouds

August 4, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Clouds

August 4, 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…

Character Trait Entry: Shy

July 30, 2011

Character Trait Entry: Shy

July 30, 2011

Definition: disposed to avoid a person or thing; hesitant in committing oneself Characters in Literature/Popular Culture: Lena (Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants), Edward Scissorhands, Celie (The Color Purple) Common Portrayals:…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Dew

July 28, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Dew

July 28, 2011

WEATHER and PHENOMENA are important elements in any setting, providing sensory texture and contributing to the mood the writer wishes to create in a scene. With a deft touch, weather…

Character Traits Entry: Dishonest

July 23, 2011

Character Traits Entry: Dishonest

July 23, 2011

Definition: untrustworthy; lacking honesty, untruthful Characters in Literature: The Great Gatsby; Rita Skeeter (Harry Potter) Pinocchio, Pirate Characters (ie Jack Sparrow; Captain Hook) Common Portrayals: Pirates, Gamblers, Swindlers, Politicians, ‘the bad…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Wind

July 21, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Wind

July 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…

Character Traits Thesaurus Entry: Ambitious

July 16, 2011

Character Traits Thesaurus Entry: Ambitious

July 16, 2011

Definition: having a desire to achieve a particular goal Characters in Literature: Dr. Frankenstein, Edmond Dantes (The Count of Monte Cristo), Laura Ingalls **note: Does anyone else find the kidlit…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Dust or Sandstorm

July 14, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Dust or Sandstorm

July 14, 2011

This Weather Entry has been generously written by Paranormal Author Jami Gold, who recently experienced Phoenix’s Haboob storm. Huge thanks to Jami for offering her first-hand encounter with this incredible…