THE RULES OF NUMBERS IN WRITING
The English language has a complicated set of rules for writing numbers, and it can be frustrating to determine whether to write numbers in numerals or words.…
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EASTERN AND WESTERN: STYLE OF WRITING
The writing styles of Eastern and Western cultures differ widely as a result of their distinct history and cultural influences. Although many people would as…
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BOOK REVIEW: THE SEVEN HUSBANDS OF EVELYN HUGO
My interest in the novel was sparked by a friend's recommendation. She raved about the complex characters and richly described the world of Hollywood. I…
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OBA YOZO AND CHI PHEO: WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE HUMAN?
Everyone is familiar with Oba Yozo from "No Longer Human." This character accurately demonstrates social isolation and the struggle to express tru…
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WHY SHOW DON'T TELL IS A BAD ADVICE?
Series: unpopular opinion WHY SHOW DON'T TELL IS A BAD ADVICE? What’s the difference between these two: “It was so hot that I didn’t want to go to…
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IN DEFENCE OF 2ND PERSON NARRATION
I can't help but feel the weight of the criticism directed at 2nd person narration, which many regard as an amateur mistake. Yet, there is much more to b…
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BOOK REVIEW: THE CALL OF THE WILD (BY JACK LONDON)
I never expected my first exposure to literature would be through a historical adventure story “The Call of the Wild” by Jack London, featuring an unusual c…
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This blog will feature all of my rants about literature. You may concur. You may differ. But the pot of literacy controversy I shall stir!