Examples of Metaphor from Adorning the Dark, Part II
The grown-up simile might be considered the metaphor. When a writer uses imagery founded upon metaphor he evokes emotion and understanding. Saying more in less
The grown-up simile might be considered the metaphor. When a writer uses imagery founded upon metaphor he evokes emotion and understanding. Saying more in less
Whole chapters lead up to one simile or metaphor. All that went before it informs the reading of the simile, makes for a crescendo and a knife in the side of all that might stop him from writing.
The braided essay is a writing technique that blends 2-3 themes or topics together. In the braided essay, informational text is often positioned in contrast
I hold the necklace in my hand and contemplate throwing it away. Turning the pendant over, I see that over the years, the oil from
Besides the element of Voice, a strong sense of SETTING can give the reader a strong impression that a real person is behind the written
“True Stories, Well Told” is the concise phrase sported by the Creative Nonfiction magazine that celebrates the literary genre of that same name. The term
Memoir is always hindsight. Even if you grab your diary and write what you’ve just experienced, what you capture in writing is at least a
When I assigned An Essay of Regret to my writing student, I thought I should give it a try. I began with the template I
Come Come to Me, Jesus said. Not to a religion but to Himself; come to a “Person”– To the Son of Man. Come Move
Teaching someone how to write with “voice” is one of the hardest things for a writing teacher. Usually, the teacher notices if it is “there”
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Ever since Lori Younker was a child, she’s been captivated by her international friendships. She is mesmerized by the power of short works to inspire true understanding of the cross-cultural experience and expands her writing skills in creative nonfiction, guiding others to do the same. These days she helps others capture their life history as well as their stories of faith.