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This text provides genre-specific exercises in poetry, fiction, and nonfiction, contributed by various authors to stimulate creativity and enhance writing skills. Its collaborative approach and organization by genre make it a versatile tool for creative writing instruction. Exercises range from exploring auditory elements in poetry to building compelling fictional characters and crafting nonfiction through imaginative …

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Introduction to Creative Writing provides a comprehensive guide to the creative writing process, covering fiction and poetry through structured lessons and videos on character development, imagery, sound, and form. It includes practical exercises, peer review examples, and portfolio assignments to help students refine their craft and present their work professionally.

This textbook offers a comprehensive exploration of the creative writing process, combining theoretical insights with practical exercises. It covers various genres, including fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction, providing strategies to overcome writer’s block and enhance creativity.

This openly sourced textbook covers the study of children’s literature, including its history, genres, diversity, and controversies. It serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the complexities and educational value of literature for children.

“ND” indicates no modifications can be made. This textbook examines the historical evolution, genres, and cultural significance of literature aimed at young audiences, emphasizing the intricate ways authors and illustrators depict the human condition, the physical world, and imaginative experiences.

English Literature: Victorians and Moderns (Sexton) – LibreTexts  (CC BY) This anthology highlights major works from the Victorian and Modernist periods, providing annotated editions of texts by authors such as Tennyson, Browning, Woolf, and Eliot. It includes research casebooks that offer critical essays, historical context, and scholarly perspectives, designed to engage readers in deeper analysis …

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British Literature II: Romantic Era to the Twentieth Century and Beyond (Robinson, 2018) – LibreTexts (CC BY-SA) This volume presents British literature from the Romantic era through the twentieth century, including works by 37 authors. It offers contextual introductions to each literary period, in-depth author biographies, and instructional design features such as reading and review …

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This anthology provides a curated selection of British literary works spanning various historical periods. It emphasizes the development of literary movements and genres within their historical contexts, offering insights into the cultural and societal influences that shaped British literature over time.

This anthology covers British literature from the Middle Ages through the eighteenth century, featuring over 50 authors and complete texts of their works. It traces the evolution of literary forms and themes alongside historical shifts from monarchic to parliamentary rule, providing contextual introductions and review questions to enhance understanding.

Compact Anthology of World Literature II: Volumes 4, 5, and 6 (Turlington et al., 2018) – LibreTexts (CC BY-SA)This anthology covers world literature from the seventeenth century to contemporary works. It is organized into thematic units, including the Age of Reason, Romanticism, Realism, Modernism, Postcolonial Literature, and Contemporary Literature.