Monthly Archives: March 2024

Humorous Tone Words – 66 Examples & Definitions

Humor, when woven skillfully into your writing, can elevate your content from good to unforgettable. Today, we dive into the technique of humorous tone words, a proven method to make every word count and leave a lasting impression on your readers. What are humorous tone words? Humorous tone words are specific words that inject humor, […]

Writing Romantic Comedy for Teens AND Adults

As the author of both YA and contemporary adult romance novels, I get a lot of questions about the intricacies of writing within two different age categories. “Do you approach writing YA in a different way? Is it difficult to go back and forth between the two categories? Do you have a favorite?” My answer […]

A Modern Look at Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice

By: Jodi Nathanson I am a High School English teacher who has been teaching grade 9 English for more than 20 years. One of my favourite parts of the job is teaching the Shakespeare unit to young students, many of whom have never encountered the Bard’s work before. It is a privilege, a challenge and […]