by Yen Cabag |
Part of the fun of writing—and reading—is exploring the perspectives of different characters. When you put yourself in the shoes of a person from a different background, it broadens your own view of the world and the story you’re reading. This is why, as an...
by Yen Cabag
When you read a good book or novel, you may find yourself imagining the scenes in a way that makes the reality more beautiful than it feels in real life. For example, in reading Anne of Green Gables, all the different ways that Anne praises the moonshine tends to lend...
by Yen Cabag
The best authors know how to wield the different parts of speech in a way that makes their writing shine. Powerful adjectives are some of the most effective ways to make your narrative come alive. Whether you’re a blogger, reporter, YouTuber, or a student...
by Yen Cabag |
The most effective communication is clear and concise. That’s why our teachers told us to make sure we don’t repeat the same words over and over again, and to think up synonyms instead. But when you study a piece of powerful writing or speech, you’ll...
by Yen Cabag |
A song will usually capture your attention for one of two reasons: a catchy tune, or lyrics that really resonate with you. This is why, when writing a song, you need to pay attention not just to the melody line, but also the words that you use. If you are a...
by Yen Cabag
When you’re reading a book or watching a movie, you probably have some expectations about what will happen next. But many skilled authors and screenwriters have the seemingly uncanny ability to thwart your expectations by throwing you a curve ball or two. For...
