Description
What is the difference between literal and figurative writing? Is there really a secret set of tricks used by top authors to make their writing even better? Why not use these tricks all the time? This excellent little book, by English literature and creative writing tutor Amy Jones, provides a vital introduction to the essential literary devices used by writers for thousands of years to engage and charm their readers, and better describe their worlds in words. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas. 30
About the Author
Amy Jones heads an English department in a college in Somerset, England where she teaches English Language, Literature and Creative writing, alongside podcast writing, poetry and theories of narrative. Amy also produces her own creative work, finding inspiration in local woods and shores.
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- Contributor: Amy Jones
- Imprint: Wooden Books
- ISBN13: 9781904263067
- Number of Pages: 64
- Packaged Dimensions: 155x125mm
- Format: Paperback
- Publisher: Wooden Books
- Release Date: 2019-10-01
- Series: Wooden Books Gift Book
- Binding: Paperback / softback
- Biography: Amy Jones heads an English department in a college in Somerset, England where she teaches English Language, Literature and Creative writing, alongside podcast writing, poetry and theories of narrative. Amy also produces her own creative work, finding inspiration in local woods and shores.
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