Elna Cain

MAY 8, 2023

In one of my posts about freelance writing and AI challenges, I did not foresee clients accusing writers of using AI writing tools. I’m frustrated and concerned about clients not giving their writers the benefit of the doubt and relying on faulty AI detection tools to check our writing. But Originality is highly inaccurate.

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MAY 3, 2023

, “buy now for an added bonus” (a bonus is by definition additional), and “receive a free gift” (gifts are always free). The definition of pleonasm (pronounced plee-uh-naz-uhm ) is “the use of more words than necessary to denote mere sense.” As a writer, you should be conscious of how often you use pleonasms.

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Grammarly

APRIL 9, 2024

The history of epistolary novels Since the letter predates the novel, it was common for writers to include letters as part of their narratives when novels first emerged in the 16th and 17th centuries in Europe. Definition and Examples appeared first on Grammarly Blog. The post What Is an Epistolary Novel?

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 13, 2023

The age of an AI writing tool is here, and as freelance writers, we need to EMBRACE this new way of writing. I know many writers are thinking this is the end of freelance writing, but it’s not. For this post, I want to share the best ways I use ChatGPT as a freelance writer. Write Blog Outlines. Here’s an example.

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Grammarly

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Even if this is the first time you’ve read the word polysyndeton , you’ve most likely read or heard famous examples of writers repeating conjunctions. We’ll dive deeper into what polysyndeton is, why writers use it, the difference between polysyndeton, asyndeton, and syndeton, and examples of polysyndeton in literature.

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Smart Blogger

APRIL 13, 2023

Let’s kick things off with a simple definition, shall we? Allegory Definition The historic allegory definition stems from the ancient Greek word, ἀλληγορία , meaning other speak. 4 Types of Allegory Now that you know the definition of allegory and how to use it, let’s discover the different types.

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Grammarly

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

An understatement is a figure of speech in which the writer intentionally downplays or minimizes the significance or intensity of a situation, often to be rhetorical or satirical or to (counterintuitively) create emphasis. The post Understatement: Definition and Examples appeared first on Grammarly Blog.

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Melanie Saxton

AUGUST 1, 2023

As a kid’s sports writer, I cover back-to-school, extracurricular activities, and what it means to live, work, and play in our community. “We definitely encourage students to participate in School of Rock performances. Our house band, all under 14 years old, appears at Margaritaville, Downtown Conroe, and Willis.”

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Grammarly

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Connotation is what a word means, but it is not its definition. It’s the image a word evokes beyond its literal definition. As an essay writer, you might employ this strategy in reaction essays , personal essays, and when crafting rhetorical questions. Denotation refers to a word’s literal definition.

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Make a Living Writing

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

But in my decade-plus helping newbie writers launch their freelance careers, I’ve learned not to assume. What I have for you isn’t your grandpa’s copywriting definition and description. It’s a rebel’s 21st-century copywriting definition—and a how-to guide on how to break in and do it.

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Grammarly

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Malapropisms are characterized by their similarities to the words their writers and speakers meant to say and write. Definition and Examples appeared first on Grammarly Blog. A malapropism is a word used in a phrase or sentence that isn’t actually the correct word to use in context but sounds fairly similar to the correct word.

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Grammarly

JANUARY 4, 2024

As such, most writers continue to communicate the sentiment the interrobang expresses by using !? Definition and Examples appeared first on Grammarly Blog. You’ve likely come across the improvised punctuation before, written simply as a back-to-back exclamation mark and question mark, like this: !? The post What Is an Interrobang?!

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Grammarly

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

By smashing them together in a zeugma, the writer gives the reader a sense of Lola’s frantic trip. Definition and Examples appeared first on Grammarly Blog. Losing one’s patience is a figure of speech , while losing one’s car keys is a physical act of misplacement. Typically these two phrases would appear in separate sentences.

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Grammarly

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

It allows writers to exaggerate and amplify writing for greater emphasis. The definition of hyperbole is “exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.” Writers use hyperbole to enhance the qualities of their characters, to draw attention to a situation, or to diversify their descriptive imagery.

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Freelance Magic

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

My latest podcast episode is all about the future of freelancing: Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’ve probably heard all the talk about ChatGPT for writers—will it replace us? This is where high-quality writers with specialist skills, talents, and niches will come into their own. ChatGPT for writers: What’s it good for?

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Grammarly

MARCH 7, 2023

Writers today use iambic pentameter for a variety of reasons. Among them: Tradition: Iambic pentameter has a long and storied history in English poetry, and many writers choose to use it as a nod to that tradition. Writers use iambic pentameter for tradition, rhythm, or certain effects like emphasis. Why use iambic pentameter?

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Elna Cain

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

.” I know how confusing everything can be when you’re a beginner freelance writer, so I’m here to make things easier for you! On-spec writing is a type of writing you can do to attract more clients and make more money – which is great for new freelance writers! What is On-Spec Writing?

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 7, 2023

As a freelance writer, you are probably always looking for ways to improve your skills. Reading is an amazing way to develop the skills you need to make you a better writer. It gives you the opportunity to observe successful writers and helps you learn more about writing. How Does Reading Make You a Better Writer?

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Smart Blogger

APRIL 6, 2023

Personification Definition The term “personification” is used in a few different ways. Here’s the most common definition — and the one we’re going to be focusing on throughout our examples. Why Do Writers Use Personification? So how (and why) does personification get used in literature, poetry , pop culture, and everyday life?

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Grammarly

JANUARY 16, 2023

The definition of circumlocution is a way of writing something using more words than are necessary. A writer might use circumlocution to be deliberately obscure or to create vivid imagery. To create special imagery: Writers may use circumlocution to create long, flowery, descriptive passages. Give your writing extra polish.

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Elna Cain

OCTOBER 7, 2022

And when you think of all the freelance writer responsibilities you need to know, you suddenly have analysis paralysis and don’t know where to begin. Freelance Writer Responsibilities from Job Descriptions. Have you ever read a job description for a freelance writer gig and went, “Uh, no! That’s okay!

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Grammarly

DECEMBER 28, 2022

If you’ve had that feeling, then the writer is using dramatic irony, a story structure where the reader has more information than the characters. The writer does this by privileging the reader with information that the characters do not have. A writer can use this tension to build suspense, create contrast, or offer humor.

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 24, 2023

How about we start with the definition? Chiasmus Definition Chiasmus is a two-part sentence or phrase, where the second part is a reversal of the first. It gained popularity in the mid-17th century when writers discovered just how impactful this rhetorical device is. We can learn a lot from writers like John Milton.

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Grammarly

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

It’s an exciting discovery for the reader, but it takes a lot of work for the writer to create this moment. One of the best tools writers have to create this effect is foreshadowing. Writers may also use foreshadowing to set the reader up for an emotional reveal or plot twist. When does a writer use foreshadowing?

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Grammarly

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Authors say you have to write every day if you want to become a good writer. The post Appeal to Authority Fallacy: Definition and Examples appeared first on Grammarly Blog. Rather, the arguer attributes it to an unnamed individual or, more commonly, group of individuals. Here are a few examples: .

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Grammarly

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

A speaker or writer often uses idioms to convey a message to someone else in a more creative way. As mentioned above, idioms can be used to prevent your writing from appearing too dry or formal, but they can also be used to help the writer connect with the reader. Definition and Examples appeared first on Grammarly Blog.

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Grammarly

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Writers use consonance to make their words more engaging, or to stand out. Definition and Meaning, With Examples appeared first on Grammarly Blog. The same vowel sounds are not required, so consonance words don’t always rhyme. Moreover, unlike rhymes, the shared sound can come anywhere in the word—the beginning, middle, or end.

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Make a Living Writing

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Ever wonder where new freelance writers land their first assignments? If you’re a freelance writer just starting out, and you’ve had challenges trying to: Gain traction. Freelance writers (even if you’re new) can get paid to write, if you know where to look. Willing to work with new/unpublished writers. Grow your network.

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Freelance Union

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Being neuro-divergent is something that I’ve come to accept and it’s definitely something that has shaped the way I run my business. There are several things I’ve learned since discovering my neuro-divergence that have made a gigantic impact on the way I run things as a freelance writer.

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Grammarly

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

When this happens, that’s a failing on the part of you, the writer. The post Tone in Email: Definition and Tips on Striking a Professional Tone appeared first on Grammarly Blog. Additionally, avoid phrases and words that give the impression of urgency, such as “right this minute” or “immediately.”

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Grammarly

JANUARY 9, 2023

Litotes are a useful figure of speech for writers to soften a statement, avoid an issue, or create a humorous understatement. What is the definition of litotes in writing? A writer might choose to use litotes to compare a situation to its opposite extreme, thereby emphasizing how far away the two things actually are.

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Smart Blogger

JANUARY 11, 2023

What is the Definition of Epistrophe? Political figures, or their speech writers, use epistrophe strategically to give listeners pleasant-sounding, rhyming repetition to help them remember their main points. Writers use epistrophe to: Add emphasis. Let’s jump in! Other words for epistrophe are epiphora and antistrophe.

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Smart Blogger

APRIL 14, 2023

Tone Definition Tone, in writing, is a literary device that shows us how the writer feels about the subject matter — or, in some cases, their target audience. Be careful not to ascribe views to the writer that they may not actually agree with.) Instead, tone conveys how the narrator or author feels about their subject matter.

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Grammarly

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

This is used in quotes to show that the original quotation included an error, which the secondary writer or editor acknowledges, but they kept it for posterity. They’re generally used by writers and editors to separate the original wording from any additions. [Abridged] “If most of us remain ignorant of ourselves, it is because [.]

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Smart Blogger

DECEMBER 9, 2022

What is the Definition of a Cumulative Sentence? Let’s illustrate a cumulative sentence using a passage from a famous American writer… Joan Didion: Some Dreamers of the Golden Dream. As you’ve already seen, writers of all genres — fiction and nonfiction — can and will use this sentence form. My bet is on a resounding Yes!

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Jane Friedman

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Of course such skills are terrific assets, but if I could wave a magic wand, I’d grant all writers the skill of negotiation. By and large, writers don’t even consider trying to negotiate; they just accept the terms/contract/pay that is initially offered. But more surprising? So what can you do when working on your own? Join me on Feb.

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JANUARY 23, 2023

An epigraph is a short quote that a writer uses to set up the literary work that follows. By introducing the story with this reference, the writer prepares readers to enter a world full of disruption and disorder. Writers use epigraphs for different reasons. These famous lines are the book’s epigraph.

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