Vocabulary for Describing Writing and Literature

Here are some vocabulary words and phrases that could be used to describe writing and literature:

1. Writing: the act of producing written text, either by hand or using a computer
2. Literature: written works, including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and drama, that are considered to have artistic or cultural value
3. Writer: a person who writes, especially as a profession
4. Genre: a category or type of literature, such as mystery, romance, or science fiction
5. Plot: the sequence of events in a story, including the conflict and resolution
6. Character: a person, animal, or other being in a story, typically with a distinct personality and motivation
7. Setting: the time and place in which a story takes place, affecting the mood, atmosphere, and events of the story
8. Point of view: the perspective from which a story is told, including first person, third person, and omniscient
9. Theme: the underlying message, idea, or moral in a story, often reflecting the writer’s beliefs or experiences
10. Symbolism: the use of objects, actions, or events to represent ideas or emotions beyond their literal meaning.

These words and phrases can help you describe the various aspects of writing and literature, including the techniques and elements that make up a written work, as well as the themes and ideas that the work explores.