by Yen Cabag |
Many words that end with a consonant (a letter that isn’t a vowel) require that the ending consonant be doubled when you add a suffix to them. These suffixes can include -ed to form the past tense, -ing to form the present progressive tense, or -er and -est to...
by Yen Cabag
The simple present tense is one of the easiest verb tenses to master, because it has only two main uses. Its primary use is for talking about something in the present. But if you’re not aware of these main functions, you might be tempted to use the simple...
by Kaelyn Barron
Writing contests aren’t just for poets and novelists—there are lots of opportunities for nonfiction writers to share their essays, reports, and other works for a chance to win prizes like cash or even publishing deals. We’ve put together a list of short story...
by Yen Cabag
Reflexive pronouns are pronouns that end in -self or -selves, and are used when the object of a sentence is the same as its subject. For example, in the sentence “She dressed herself,” the subject and object both refer to the same female person. The word “reflexive”...
by Kaelyn Barron |
If you enjoy writing short stories, or have just recently started experimenting, entering your work in short story contests can be a great way to hone your talent and get exposure for your work. Fortunately, there are plenty of opportunities out there, and many of...
by Yen Cabag
Poetry has the power to capture our imaginations and thrill our senses with lines that exude musicality. This unique quality might come in the form of rhymes, but a poem written in free verse can be just as potent. Free verse is a literary device wherein a poem...
