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Definition: marked by unaffected simplicity; lacking in worldly wisdom Characters in Literature: King Arthur, Wilbur (Charlotte’s Web), Forrest Gump, Primrose Everdeen (The Hunger Games) Common Portrayals: children, the mentally challenged, the…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Sleet

February 16, 2012

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Sleet

February 16, 2012

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: Clever

February 11, 2012

Character Trait Entry: Clever

February 11, 2012

Definition: Resourcefulness marked by inventiveness or originality Characters in Literature: Master Kronos (The Cabinet of Wonders); Nin Redstone (Seven Sorcerers); Hansel & Gretel (Hansel & Gretel) Common Portrayals: Thieves, inventors, lawyers, criminals,…

Weather and Earthly Phenomena Entry: Eclipse

February 9, 2012

Weather and Earthly Phenomena Entry: Eclipse

February 9, 2012

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: Catacombs

February 6, 2012

Setting Thesaurus Entry: Catacombs

February 6, 2012

Today we’re happy to host Joanna Penn, author of religious thriller novels Pentecost and Prophecy, and host of TheCreativePenn.com. Never having visited any catacombs, we’re extremely grateful to Joanna for providing some insight…

Character Thesaurus Entry: Visionary

February 4, 2012

Character Thesaurus Entry: Visionary

February 4, 2012

Definition: having unusual foresight and ingenuity Characters from Literature and History: Dr. Frankenstein, Merlin, Benjamin Franklin, Leonardo da Vinci Common Portrayals: scientists, inventors, magicians, geniuses, world leaders, artists Clichés to Avoid:…

Character Trait Entry: Disorganized

January 28, 2012

Character Trait Entry: Disorganized

January 28, 2012

Definition: lacking coherence or orderliness; a lack of systematic structure Characters in Literature & Film: The 7 Dwarves (Snow White); Charlie (the Perks of Being a Wallflower); Clark Griswold (National…

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Spring

January 26, 2012

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Spring

January 26, 2012

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: Avalanche

January 19, 2012

Weather Thesaurus Entry: Avalanche

January 19, 2012

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: Modest

January 14, 2012

Character Trait Entry: Modest

January 14, 2012

Definition: neither bold or self-assertive; a tendency toward diffidence Characters in Literature: Aibileen (The Help); Nevile Longbottom (Harry Potter, especially the early books) Common Portrayals: Staff at charitable organizations, loyal campaign supporters…