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Setting: The Soul of Short Stories

A masterfully constructed setting puts the reader into the story, but to craft such a story, a writer must include certain elements.

Embracing Online Learning

Quills and Quotes embraces online learning during COVID-19.

The Three Persuaders in Persuasive Writing

Persuasive writing needs three types of arguments, logos, or logical reasoning, ethos, or credible supports and pathos, or emotional appeal.

The Rhetorical Question

What is a rhetorical Question

Transition Words in a Word Cloud by Quills and Quotes

Transition Words in a Word Cloud from Quills and Quotes

Writing with Power: After-school Essay Writing with Quills and Quotes

Writing the right word makes all the difference. Power words make an essay persuasive, a story descriptive, and a speech spectacular.

Writing with Power

Writing an essay worthy of an "A" begins with powerful writing.

Creative Writing Techniques

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Figuring Out Figurative Language

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How to Order Adjectives

There is a rule for the proper order of adjectives in a sentence. The rule obeys the mnemonic: Never OPEN My Purse: Number, opinion,...

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How to Make a Sentence

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Brainstorm Basics: Creative, Persuasive and Expository Essays

All essays should begin with a brainstorm. The easiest way to begin is with a freewrite: write every word related to your topic that...

How to Write a Killer Essay: The Conclusion

4 Easy Steps to Writing a Conclusion. The conclusion is the most critical portion of the essay. It is your last impression – the...

How to Write an A+ Essay

We all love seeing that glorious A+ at the top of our work. However, sometimes our essays fall short of an A grade. How can we guarantee...