Literary devices

You have probably heard the term literary device when studying then English language especially if you are studying English literature. But the term covers a

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Literary Devices

Over the years, my students have come to sessions seeking help with literary devices. They have expressed confusion over the terms: literary devices, literary terms, literary elements and figurative language, and they also struggle with the many definitions. What are Literary Devices, Literary Terms, Literary Elements and Figurative Language? Literary Devices are creative writing strategies used by an author to convey his or her message(s). When used well, literary devices help readers to…

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Over the years, my students have come to sessions seeking help with literary devices, and I have had fun creating a number of resources that you may find helpful. What's the Confusion? My students have expressed confusion over the terms: literary devices, literary terms, literary elements and figurative language, and they also struggle with the many definitions. What are Literary Devices, Literary Terms, Literary Elements and Figurative Language? Literary Devices are creative writing…

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Literary Tools Set of Eight Literary Arts Posters Featuring: Foreshadowing, Irony, Metaphor, Onomatopoeia, Paradox, Alliteration, Personification, and Simile.

In this infographic, you will find a great resource - 39 literary devices every writer should know.