Mark Twain is quoted saying, “I apologize for such a long letter — I didn't have time to write a short one.” We writers, despite our...

What is the cunning and demure litotes and how can writers use it to their advantage?

What is a synecdoche, how do you pronounce it, and how can this obscure literary term be used to add nuance and depth to your story?

What is an allegory and how can writers use this obscure literary term to say something without saying something?