by Kaelyn Barron
While we can easily use our smart devices to create just about anything—reminders, notes, letters, novels, and even art—sometimes nothing beats the feel of a slick pen on a crisp sheet of paper. In fact, some studies have linked writing by hand (as opposed to typing...
by Kaelyn Barron
Remember those afternoons following a birthday party, when your mom would sit you down and force you to write note after note to everyone who brought you a gift? Well, the thank you note isn’t dead yet—or at least it shouldn’t be. How to Write a Thank You Note Just...
by Kaelyn Barron |
Even if you’re not a big reader of fiction, you’ve more than likely encountered creative writing—or at least, the outcomes of creative writing—at some point. In fact, you can thank creative writing for your favorite films, songs, musicals, and much more. But...
by Kaelyn Barron |
Most written work falls under one of four writing styles: expository, descriptive, narrative, or persuasive. If you don’t remember taking a quiz on these in the fifth grade, don’t worry. More than likely, you’re already internalized some of their key characteristics...
by Kaelyn Barron |
Having knowledge of common symbols can deepen your reading experience as well as enrich your own writing. Symbols work by giving added meaning to a text and conveying larger ideas in just a few words. By learning to understand symbols in literature, you may uncover...
by Tom Corson-Knowles |
MasterClass is an online education platform with classes taught by experts in every field. Each class is broken up into easily completed lessons, which you can watch at your own pace. Most classes also have accompanying workbooks and materials. Teachers represent the...
