Tag Archives: sarcasm

Writing Sarcasm

Posted on March 31, 2022 by knlistman

The difference between satire and sarcasm makes the first one easier to express in writing. I can take a well-known trope and push it to an unreasonable extreme to create a satirical story. However, delivery of sarcastic lines often requires … Continue reading →

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A proper repartee

Posted on March 25, 2015 by knlistman

The group of women sat around a table, discussing their mother’s instructions on being a “Southern Lady.” In their storytelling manner they competed with each to relate the most outlandish piece of advice. “I never could understand that bit about … Continue reading →

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