Ashish Kumar Gupta
ISBN 978-93-91984-38-0
Price: Rs. 225.00
pp. : 168
In accordance with the recommended syllabi of NEP 2020
The book, Critical Thinking and Creative Writing: The Art of Wordsmithing, is an essential guide for enhancing critical thinking skills and unleashing creative writing potential. This comprehensive volume seamlessly blends the principles of critical thinking with the power of creative writing tools, unlocking the potential for eloquent expression and persuasive argumentation. From analyzing complex ideas to crafting compelling narratives, this book equips readers with the skills necessary to navigate the realms of academia, professional discourse, and personal growth. Through thought-provoking exercises, insightful examples, and practical tips, readers will sharpen their critical thinking abilities, expand their creative horizons, and transform words into works of art.
Dr. Ashish Kumar Gupta is an Assistant Professor of English at Government Post-Graduate College Rudrapur, U. S. Nagar, Uttarakhand, India. He has NET qualification and holds a D.Phil degree in English Literature from the Central University of Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. His areas of specialization include social issues, queer studies, gender studies, diaspora, and multiculturalism. He has edited eleven books, including The Third Gender: Stain and Pain, Quintessence of Dalit Literature: Rebel Narratives, Glass Ceiling and Ambivalent Sexism: Critical Perspectives of Gender Trouble (Volume One and Volume Two), Kinnar: Hashiye Ka Jeewan, Art and Aesthetics of Modern Mythopoeia: Literatures, Myths, and Revisionism (Volume One and Volume Two), Suffocating Voices of LGBTQ: Socio-Literary Perspectives, Diaspora Literature: Identity Beyond Borders, Introduction to English Prose: Texts and Contexts and an anthology of poems titled Heart Upon Sleeve. Dr. Gupta has more than 30 research papers to his credit and serves as an honorary peer-reviewer for the journal International Research Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literary Studies based in Thailand.
Contents include—
1. Critical Thinking
Definition of Critical Thinking; Nature of Critical Thinking; Concept of Critical Thinking; Process of Critical Thinking; Challenges and Barriers to Critical Thinking; Strategies for Enhancing Critical Thinking; Importance of Critical Thinking in Education; Ways to Improve Critical Thinking Skills; Importance of critical thinking; Benefits of critical thinking; Important Questions for Comprehension
2. Creativity and Innovation
The Creative Process; Techniques of Creativity; Importance of Creativity and Innovation; Barriers to Creativity and Innovation; Important Questions for Comprehension
3. Creative Writing
Types of Writing; Expository Writing; Types of Expository Writing; Examples of Expository Writing; Descriptive Writing; Persuasive Writing; Techniques of Persuasive Writing; Narrative Writing; Elements of Narrative Writing; Examples of Narrative Writing; Tips for Writing Narrative; Final Thoughts; Characteristics of Good Writing; Important Questions for Comprehension
4. Art and Craft of Writing
The Fundamentals of Writing; Examples of Great Writing; Prose Rhythm; Why is Prose Rhythm Important?; How to Improve Your Prose Rhythm; Examples of Prose Rhythm; The Science of Rhetoric in Writing; The Three Pillars of Rhetoric; The Power of Rhetorical Devices; Examples of Rhetoric in Writing; Style and Diction; Understanding Style and Diction; Examples of Effective and Ineffective Writing Styles; Improving Your Writing Style and Diction; Simplicity and Ornamentation: A Study of Writing Styles; Simplicity in Writing; Ornamentation in Writing; The Pros and Cons of Simplicity and Ornamentation; Examples of Simplicity and Ornamentation in Writing; Figurative Language in Writing: An Exploration with Examples; What is Figurative Language?; How to Use Figurative Language in Writing; Other Types of Figurative Language; Examples of Figurative Language in Writing; Imagery; What is Imagery?; Why Use Imagery in Writing?; Examples of Imagery in Writing; Tips for Using Imagery in Writing; Sensory Details; Why are Sensory Details Important in Creative Writing?; How to Incorporate Sensory Details in Creative Writing; Common Mistakes to Avoid; Rhyme; Why Use Rhyme?; Finding Inspiration for Rhymes; Using Rhyme in Poetry; Using Rhyme in Prose; Rhyme and Narrative; Tips for Using Rhyme Effectively; Repetition; The Power of Repetition; Types of Repetition; Using Repetition in Your Writing; Metre; What is Metre in Poetry?; Types of Metre in Poetry; Examples of Metre in Poetry; Essential Elements in Writing; Theme; How to Identify Theme; Examples of Theme in Literature; Point of View; What is Point of View?; Types of Point of View; Examples of Point of View in Literature; Politics; Social Media; Advertising; Plot; What is a Plot?; Elements of a Great Plot; Examples of Great Plots; Character; What Makes a Memorable Character?; Examples of Memorable Characters; Setting; The Importance of Setting; Examples of Setting; Narrative Technique; Artistic and Creative Evaluation of the Poem “Daffodils” by William Wordsworth; Artistic and Creative analysis of the Short Story “The Barber’s Trade Union” by Mulk Raj Anand; Important Questions for Comprehension
5. Modes of Creative Writing
How to Write a Short Story; What is a Short Story?; Examples of Short Stories; How to Write a Poem; How to Write an Essay; Examples of Essays; How to Write a Novel; How to Write Book Reviews; What is a Book Review?; Examples of Book Reviews; Preparing for Publication; Important Questions for Comprehension
6. Writing for the Media
What is Print Media?; Understanding Your Audience; Choosing Your Topic; Crafting Your Headline; Structuring Your Piece; Incorporating Analogies and Metaphors; Using Rhetorical Questions; Including Random Facts and Anecdotes; Proofreading and Editing; Basics of Writing Feature Articles; What is a Feature Article?; Structure of a Feature Article; Tips for Writing Engaging Content; Basics of Writing for Cyber Media; What is Cyber Media?; Writing for Cyber Media; Types of Social Media; Basics of Writing for Social Media; Why Writing for Social Media is Important; Tips for Writing for Social Media; Examples of Effective Social Media Writing; Online Journalism; The Advantages of Online Journalism; The Challenges of Online Journalism; Examples of Online Journalism from Abroad; Examples of Online Journalism in India; The Future of Online Journalism; Media Review; Why is Media Review Important?; How to Conduct Media Review; The Benefits of Media Review; Media Review: Film; Media Review: Theatre; The Elements of a Theatre Review; Writing the Review; Media Review: TV Serials; Writing for Print Media: Magazines and Newspapers; Important Questions for Comprehension
Evaluate Yourself
MCQs With Answers; Short Questions with Answers
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