| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Concrete | Oppositeof abstract; referringto people and things that can be reached with then five senses. |
| Conflicter | Opposing elements or characters in a plot. |
| Criticism | Essay and critiques evaluating a writer or his work, based on set standards, according to philosophy of critic. |
| Dialogue/Dialog | Speaking and conversation between characters in stories, plays, and in person. |
| Editorial | Newspaper, magazine, or other writings expressing opinion of an editor or publisher; also opinionated style or tone. |
| Essay | Short written work expressing author's viewson a subject. |
| Euphemism | More palatable word for less pleasant subject. Example: "Lady of the evening," is a euphemismfor prostitute. |
| Fable | Story witha moral or lesson about life, often with animal characters with human characteristics. |
| Fairy Tale | Fanciful, imaginary, children's story about a hero or heroine overcoming a problem, often involving mysical creatures, supernatural power, or magic; considered a type of folk-tale. |
| Fiction | Any literature about imaginary events and/or people. |
| First-Person Narrition | Story told from first-person point of view, usually using "I." Could be author's or character's vantage point. |
| Critic | Person who evaluates literature or other art. |
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