Glossary J

Japanese literature

The body of written works produced in Japan, including poetry, prose, and drama.

1. Haiku vs. Tanka: Japanese Poetry (Compared)

Japanese poetry

A form of poetry that includes haiku, tanka, and other traditional forms.

1. Haiku vs. Tanka: Japanese Poetry (Compared)

Jargon

1. Diction vs. Syntax: Language Choices (Explained)
2. What Are Homographs In English? (7 Core Questions Answered)
3. What Are Tenses In Speech? (7 Core Questions Answered)
4. Pathos vs. Ethos: Emotional Appeal (Defined)

Jarring transitions

1. Limitations of Three-Act Structure (Creative Writing Hacks)

Jester/clown archetypes

Characters who use humor and wit to entertain or distract from serious situations.

1. Cliche vs. Archetype: Ballad Characters (Defined)

Job opportunities

1. Limitations of MFA Programs (Creative Writing Hacks)

Job search challenges

1. Limitations of MFA Programs (Creative Writing Hacks)

Joint authorship attribution issues

1. Limitations of Traditional Publishing (Creative Writing Hacks)

Journalism

1. Fiction vs. Nonfiction: Literature Types (Compared)
2. Prose vs. Verse: Text Types (Clarified)

Journey to find treasure or lost loved one

A plot device where the protagonist embarks on a quest to find something valuable or important.

1. Cliche vs. Archetype: Ballad Characters (Defined)

Juxtaposition

The placement of two contrasting ideas or images side by side for effect.

1. Oxymoron vs. Paradox: Contradictory Terms (Clarified)
2. Irony vs Sarcasm: Clearing Confusions (Defined)
3. Haiku vs. Tanka: Japanese Poetry (Compared)

Juxtaposition of images

The placement of two contrasting images side by side to create a powerful effect in writing.

1. Haiku vs. Tanka: Japanese Poetry (Compared)