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Writing Craft

Definition: To be forthright, truthful, candid Characters in Literature: Harriet in Harriet the Spy; Joachim Ziemssen in The Magic Mountain Common Portrayals: A by-the-rules kid in the classroom; the co-worker who…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Sunrise

July 7, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Sunrise

July 7, 2011

WEATHER & EARTHLY 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,…

Character Trait Entry: Friendly

July 2, 2011

Character Trait Entry: Friendly

July 2, 2011

Definition: Agreeable; open and approachable; a pleasant disposition Characters in Literature: Glinda the Good (The Wizard of Oz); Arthur Weasley (Harry Potter) Common Portrayals: The always-smiling waitress, the well-regarded neighbors who…

Setting Thesaurus Entry: GLOBAL WARMING (Futuristic)

June 30, 2011

Setting Thesaurus Entry: GLOBAL WARMING (Futuristic)

June 30, 2011

This post has been generously written by PJ Hoover, author (and Texas Sweetheart!) of the YA Dystopian, Solstice. PJ is also the author of the popular Forgotten Worlds Trilogy, a…

Character Traits Thesaurus Entry: Reckless

June 25, 2011

Character Traits Thesaurus Entry: Reckless

June 25, 2011

Definition: Marked by a lack of proper caution; careless of consequences Characters in Literature: Alaska Young (Looking for Alaska), Mr. Toad (The Wind in the Willows) Common Characteristics: boldness, fearlessness…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Earthquake

June 23, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Earthquake

June 23, 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…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Hurricane/Typhoon

June 16, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Hurricane/Typhoon

June 16, 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 Entry: Thoughtful

June 11, 2011

Character Traits Entry: Thoughtful

June 11, 2011

Definition: given to the heedful anticipation of the needs and wants of others Characters in Literature: Beth (Little Women), Sam (Lord of the Rings), Melanie (Gone with the Wind) Common…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Hailstorm

June 9, 2011

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Hailstorm

June 9, 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: Proper

June 4, 2011

Character Traits Thesaurus Entry: Proper

June 4, 2011

Definition: strictly accurate; decorous; marked by suitability, rightness, and appropriateness Characters in literature: Aunt Alexandra (To Kill a Mockingbird), Miss Rachel (Anne of Green Gables), members of The Daughters of…