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Photo credit - unknown Is it just me? Or since this pandemic took over, writing has become a bit harder. Along the way, you may have possibly become a couch potato. So now Starting and finishing a book, article or poem seems to take a lot longer than it should.  Being cooped up at home makes holding a pen feel like work, lol. I'll be sharing the steps I used to go back with a refreshed mind. So rise from your beds and couches because it's about to go down. 1. Time Management. Due to the COVID-19, most of us have so much time that we don't know what to do with. If you're finding it a bit challenging to hop on the literary train, then take some time off to gather inspiration.  You could dedicate a week to researching, reading related books and if necessary, watching documentaries. Penning everything down is super important.  2. Set a Goal/time frame. I would advice you set a short term goal (1 - 2 weeks) and a long term ...

Our desire to know ourselves and others, to explore the unknown mysteries of existence, to make sense out of chaos, and to connect with our own kind are all primary reasons for engaging in the process of literary analysis. The benefits to self and society that result from this interaction include a sense of wonder at the glory of humanity’s imagination, a sense of excitement at the prospect of intellectual challenge, and a sense of connection with the universe. You have already engaged in these lofty experiences.  This handout will provide a brief review of terms and processes associated with the study of literature. What is Prose? Prose is the written equivalent of the spoken language.  It is written in words, phrases, sentences, paragraphs and chapters.  It utilizes punctuation, grammar and vocabulary to develop its message.  Prose is made up of fiction and nonfiction.  Prose is the way you speak everyday.  If someone followed you around and rep...