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Glossary Z

Zen koans Short paradoxical statements or questions used in Zen Buddhism to provoke contemplation and insight. Irony vs Sarcasm: Clearing Confusions (Defined) Zen philosophy A… Read More »Glossary Z

Glossary W

Wabi-sabi aesthetics A Japanese aesthetic that values imperfection, simplicity, and the beauty of natural aging. Haiku vs. Tanka: Japanese Poetry (Compared) War and conflict The… Read More »Glossary W

Glossary V

Variation What Are Homographs In English? (7 Core Questions Answered) What Are Pairs Of Homographs? (9 Simple Questions Answered) Refrain vs. Chorus: Ballad Repetition (Defined)… Read More »Glossary V

Glossary U

Unadventurous storytelling Limitations of Three-Act Structure (Creative Writing Hacks) Unauthorized derivative works creation Limitations of Traditional Publishing (Creative Writing Hacks) Unbalanced Narrative Focus Limitations of… Read More »Glossary U

Glossary S

Sacred places/sites Myth vs. Legend: Traditional Tales (Explained) Safe spaces for marginalized voices Limitations of Writing Workshops (Creative Writing Hacks) Sarcasm A type of humor… Read More »Glossary S

Glossary R

Racial and ethnic biases Limitations of Setting Stereotypes (Creative Writing Hacks) Rags-to-riches story A narrative in which a character rises from poverty or obscurity to… Read More »Glossary R

Glossary Q

Quality Allegory vs. Symbol: Ballad Meanings (Compared) Limitations of Antagonist Characterization (Creative Writing Hacks) Limitations of First Draft Criticism (Creative Writing Hacks) Limitations of ‘Kill… Read More »Glossary Q

Glossary P

Pace The speed or tempo at which a story or narrative unfolds. Pace vs. Tempo: Ballad Rhythm (Explained) Limitations of Standard Pacing (Creative Writing Hacks)… Read More »Glossary P

Glossary O

Objective analysis Limitations of First Draft Criticism (Creative Writing Hacks) Objectivity The quality of being unbiased and impartial in writing, presenting facts without personal opinion… Read More »Glossary O

Glossary N

Narrative A story or account of events. Theme vs Motif: Literary Elements (Defined) Idiom vs. Proverb: Phrases in Ballads (Explained) Limitations of Linear Narratives (Creative… Read More »Glossary N

Glossary M

Machine learning algorithms Limitations of Market Trend Following (Creative Writing Hacks) Magic Supernatural or mystical elements that defy the laws of nature. Romantic vs. Folk:… Read More »Glossary M

Glossary L

Lacking in nuance Characters or plots that lack subtlety or complexity. Cliche vs. Archetype: Ballad Characters (Defined) Lack of agency for female characters Limitations of… Read More »Glossary L

Glossary K

Keep flashbacks brief Limitations of Flashback Usage (Creative Writing Hacks) Kigo (seasonal words) Words or phrases used in Japanese poetry to indicate the season or… Read More »Glossary K

Glossary J

Japanese literature The body of written works produced in Japan, including poetry, prose, and drama. Haiku vs. Tanka: Japanese Poetry (Compared) Japanese poetry A form… Read More »Glossary J

Glossary I

Iambic meter How To Write A Villanelle? (7 Core Questions Answered) Ballad vs. Sonnet: Poetic Structures (Explained) Iambic pentameter A poetic meter consisting of five… Read More »Glossary I

Glossary H

Hackneyed language Limitations of Tropes and Cliches (Creative Writing Hacks) Hackneyed plotlines Limitations of Tropes and Cliches (Creative Writing Hacks) Hackneyed symbolism Limitations of Tropes… Read More »Glossary H

Glossary G

Gambler’s fallacy Limitations of Market Trend Following (Creative Writing Hacks) Gender bias present Limitations of Monomyth Framework (Creative Writing Hacks) Generic personality traits Limitations of… Read More »Glossary G

Glossary F

Fable A short story that teaches a moral lesson, often featuring animals as characters. Fable vs. Parable: Story Types (Defined) Fiction vs. Nonfiction: Literature Types… Read More »Glossary F

Glossary E

E-book options for authors/publishers Limitations of Traditional Publishing (Creative Writing Hacks) Economic conditions The financial and economic factors that influence a society or community. Dialect… Read More »Glossary E

Glossary C

Cacophony Harsh, discordant sounds used for effect in writing. Alliteration vs. Assonance: Understanding Sounds (Compared) Cadence The rhythm and flow of language in writing or… Read More »Glossary C

Glossary B

Backstory Limitations of Antagonist Characterization (Creative Writing Hacks) Limitations of Standard Pacing (Creative Writing Hacks) Character vs. Caricature: Deep Dive (Explained) Drama vs. Melodrama: Theater… Read More »Glossary B