To provide vivid imagery and sensory details

To summarize events and plot points

To express the author's opinions and biases

To create a sense of mystery and suspense

Similes and metaphors

Personification and anthropomorphism

Alliteration and assonance

Run-on sentences and fragments

By using sensory details to evoke specific emotions

By employing figurative language to create vivid imagery

By incorporating historical and cultural context

By including detailed descriptions of characters' physical appearance

Charles Dickens

Jane Austen

Ernest Hemingway

J.R.R. Tolkien

By providing detailed descriptions of characters' physical appearance

By exploring characters' thoughts, feelings, and motivations

By using dialogue to reveal characters' personalities

By describing characters' actions and interactions with others

The man walked down the street.

The man walked down the cobblestone street, his footsteps echoing in the narrow alleyways.

The man walked down the street, his head down and his shoulders slumped.

The man walked down the street, his eyes darting from side to side, a look of fear on his face.

By providing detailed descriptions of the physical environment

By incorporating cultural and historical context

By using figurative language to create vivid imagery

By including sensory details to evoke specific emotions

The city was a vast expanse of concrete and glass.

The city was a symphony of lights, sounds, and smells.

The city was a place of endless possibilities and dreams.

The city was a labyrinth of narrow streets and towering skyscrapers.

By providing context and background information

By creating a sense of suspense and anticipation

By revealing important clues and foreshadowing events

By establishing the setting and introducing characters

The detective carefully examined the crime scene, searching for clues.

The adventurer embarked on a perilous journey, facing unknown dangers.

The lovers strolled through the park, their hearts filled with joy.

The child gazed out the window, watching the snowflakes fall.

By using vivid imagery and sensory details

By employing figurative language and symbolism

By incorporating cultural and historical context

By exploring universal themes and human experiences

The sunset painted the sky with hues of orange and purple.

The wind whispered through the trees, carrying the scent of pine needles.

The waves crashed against the shore, sending up a spray of mist.

The fire crackled and popped, casting a warm glow on the faces of those gathered around it.

By creating a more immersive and engaging experience for the reader

By adding depth and complexity to the characters and setting

By advancing the plot and conflict in a meaningful way

By leaving a lasting impression on the reader's mind

The hero stood at the top of the mountain, the wind whipping his hair and the sun shining brightly on his face.

The villain's eyes glowed with an evil intensity, and his voice dripped with venom as he spoke.

The lovers sat on a bench in the park, their hands intertwined and their eyes locked on each other.

The child ran through the meadow, laughing and carefree, with the flowers blooming all around him.

Using too much detail and overwhelming the reader

Using vague and generic language that lacks specificity

Relying too heavily on figurative language and symbolism

Including irrelevant or unnecessary details that do not contribute to the story