Literature

a person who writes books, articles, etc., often as a job

The author's latest novel topped the bestseller list, captivating readers with its gripping plot and memorable characters.

an item, especially a book, that is bought by a large number of people

Her latest novel became a bestseller within weeks of its release.

the story of someone's life that is written by another person

The biography of Nelson Mandela highlights his journey and achievements.

a type of folktale that typically features mythical creatures, magical events, and enchanted settings, often with a moral lesson or a happy ending

Children love to immerse themselves in the magical world of fairy tales, where anything seems possible.

an intentionally false or unlikely story

His story about encountering aliens was pure fiction.

a type of literature about real people, or events, etc.

She prefers reading non-fiction books about historical events.

the part of a book or speech that provides a brief explanation of what it is about

The professor began the lecture with an introduction, outlining the main topics to be covered during the class.

a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things to highlight their similarities and convey a deeper meaning

He used the metaphor of a journey to describe the process of personal growth.

a movie, novel, or play in which a crime takes place, especially a murder, and the story starts unraveling as it goes on

The series is a blend of mystery and thriller, keeping viewers on edge.

a story involving the ancient history of a people, usually about heroes and supernatural events that could be unreal

The myth of the phoenix tells of a bird that rises from its ashes.

to secretly make a plan to harm someone or do something illegal

The group of conspirators plotted to sabotage the competitor's business by spreading false rumors.

a written piece with particularly arranged words in a way that, usually rhyme, conveys a lot of emotion and style

She wrote a poem about the changing seasons that left everyone mesmerized.

a type of writing that uses special language, rhythm, and imagery to express emotions and ideas

His poetry captures the beauty of nature with vivid and expressive language.

a sentence or group of words from a movie, book, etc. that someone else repeats

She included a famous quotation from Shakespeare in her essay.

to say the exact sentence or group of words someone else used in a movie, book, etc.

During his presentation, he quoted a famous line from "The Godfather": "I'm gonna make him an offer he can't refuse."

to share personal opinions about a book, movie, or media to inform and provide insights into its strengths and weaknesses

She reviewed the latest novel, highlighting its compelling characters and thought-provoking themes.

to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position

She set the book on the table.

a complete story that is not long and can be read in a short time

She loves reading short stories because they don’t require a lot of time.

the plot of a movie, play, novel, etc.

The storyline takes a surprising turn in the final chapters of the book.

someone who creates and shares stories

a true or imaginary story, particularly one that is full of exciting events

a name that is used to describe someone's position or status

After years of hard work, she was given the title "Senior Engineer."

a set of words that usually have a rhythmic pattern

The poet carefully crafted each verse, weaving together words to create a tapestry of emotion and meaning.

to make letters, words, or numbers on a surface, usually on a piece of paper, with a pen or pencil

Can you write your address on this form?

(of a novel, etc.) written or made in a spooky and mysterious way and often focus on creepy places like old castles or haunted houses, with themes of darkness and the supernatural

Gothic stories transport readers to ancient castles and haunted mansions, where eerie atmospheres and mysterious events unfold.

related to literature, especially in terms of its style, structure, or content

The literary analysis focused on exploring themes and motifs within the novel.

relating to poetry as a form of expression or literature

She has a poetic way of expressing herself, always choosing just the right words.

relating to movies or programs that are suitable or made for adolescents

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

A group of children were playing on the playground.