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Literary Word of the Week: What is Anthropomorphism?

Have you heard the word anthropomorphism? You may not have heard the term, but I bet that you have almost definitely seen this storytelling technique used in your favorite stories! Anthropomorphism is a literary device that breathes life into the inanimate, granting human attributes and emotions to non-human entities. It’s a powerful tool that enrichesContinue reading “Literary Word of the Week: What is Anthropomorphism?”

A Whale of a Tale: Some Facts about Herman Melville’s Most Famous Novel

Now that we’re getting closer to summer, I’ve been thinking a lot about the ocean and going to the beach. I’ve always been fascinated by the creatures that live under the waves, and love imagining that sea monsters and mermaids and other mythical creatures live deep in the heart of the ocean, farther than anyContinue reading “A Whale of a Tale: Some Facts about Herman Melville’s Most Famous Novel”

Autumn and a Book: Some Quotes About Fall

It’s almost fall again…. The year went fast, didn’t it? It seems to me that every year gets faster, passing by in a blur of activity punctuated by holidays. Fall has always been my favorite season though. As a book lover especially, there really is something about the cool air, the changing leaves, and theContinue reading “Autumn and a Book: Some Quotes About Fall”