‘I can wade Grief’ – Poem Analysis

Below, you’ll find part of an analysis of the poem “I can wade Grief” by Emily Dickinson. Includes a breakdown of the stanzas, an insight into the speaker + voice of the poem, and an exploration of the themes and deeper meanings. This is only a quick overview to help you get to grips with […]

How to make your Descriptive Writing instantly better – tips from a professional examiner!

Below, you can find some tips on how to make your descriptive writing instantly better! Ok, so descriptive writing is something that people think they’re either good at, or aren’t. Actually, this is a myth! It’s a skill, so like anything, it can be learned, honed and perfected. Writing well goes hand in hand with […]

I can wade Grief by Emily Dickinson

Here’s a full poem I can wade Grief by Emily Dickinson. If you’re interested in a full analysis of this poem, check out our links at the bottom of the page! I can wade Grief – I can wade Grief— Whole Pools of it— I’m used to that— But the least push of Joy Breaks […]

Analysis of “Hope is the thing with feathers”

Below, you’ll find an analysis of the poem “Hope is the thing with feathers” by Emily Dickinson. Includes a breakdown of the stanzas, an insight into the speaker + voice of the poem, and an exploration of the themes and deeper meanings. This is only a quick overview to help you get to grips with […]

Descriptive Writing: Covent Garden

Many of the creative writing and descriptive writing questions in exams require you to focus on an object, person, place or thing. In this mini-lesson, I’ll go through the basics of how to describe a place in detail – and not just in a boring way! Lots of my students get stuck on descriptions; they […]

‘Hope’ is the thing with feathers by Emily Dickinson

Here’s a full poem ‘Hope is the thing with feathers -’ by Emily Dickinson. If you’re interested in a full analysis of this poem, check out our links at the bottom of the page! “Hope is the thing with feathers “Hope” is the thing with feathers – That perches in the soul – And sings […]

Remember by Christina Rossetti – Poem and Analysis

Below, you can find the full poem and part of a breakdown of the ideas in ‘Remember’ by Christina Rossetti, tailored towards GCSE / IGCSE students but also useful for those studying at a higher level. Thanks for reading! If you find this analysis useful, you can buy our full Edexcel IGCSE Poetry course or […]

Rhetorical Devices for Speech Writing – Part 2

In order to write and/or deliver a successful speech, you must be able to understand and skillfully use rhetorical devices. ‘Rhetoric’ is the art of persuasive speaking, it was first developed in Ancient Greece and is still used by politicians, businessmen and leading professionals in almost any field of work in the present day. Below, […]

How To Write a Speech: Rhetorical Devices

Below, you’ll find a list of the key rhetorical devices that will help achieve a highly persuasive style in speech writing at any level. In order to write and/or deliver a successful speech, you must be able to understand and skillfully use rhetoric. ‘Rhetoric’ is the art of persuasive speaking; it was first developed in […]

AQA Language Paper 2 Writing A* / L9 + Example Answer

Just in time for Halloween, here’s a spooky letter that argues persuasively in defence of keeping the festival going! I wrote this answer with the mark scheme in mind, so it ticks all the boxes that you would expect for a top-level grade – a clear, thorough argument with counter paragraphs, an evaluative conclusion, lots […]