Personal Narrative: My Style Of Writing
“Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak”. This quote is said by a famous fashion stylist Rachel Joe. As she said, people express their style not only through speaking, but also through actions, appearance or even writing. Especially in writing, even though the authors write in the same language with the same purpose, they tend to have different formats and styles. In a sports news article I read, I found a unique style of writing that intrigued me. The article was “Consider these teams officially tortured” written by Bill Simmons from ESPN. In his writing, I found many interesting sentences or phrases that make his style of writing unique. Since it is written for ESPN, I expected the writing to be written in a very formal language. However, he wrote his article very casually …show more content…
In the beginning, he gives a pertinent example of Jennifer Hewitt’s story to describe how other think of him. His writing was witty and fun to read. Furthermore, the point of view in this article is first person. This has an effect especially in his writing. With his informal language and first person voice, it makes the article looks more attractive but less credible. Even if it is witty and fun to read, it is still formal text from ESPN which is one of the biggest sport news companies. If it was written like other news article with formal wording and writing style, it would have more credibility. Since the article looks casual, it uses simple word and the structure of sentences is easy to understand. However, it uses many symbolic terms so that people who are not used to English might not be able to understand it. For example, there is a word “a Guillotine/Stomach Punch combination” used in the text. It does not make sense itself but in the text it symbolizes a combination of bad losses. Figure of speech can make the audience laugh but for those who are not comfortable with English might search the word and get
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- On the other hand, the article written by Weinreb uses ad hominem to do the same thing as Greenberg, but in this article, Jim Harbaugh Can 't Stop, But He Probably Should, Weinreb calls out Jim Harbaugh for his crazy tactics. Weinreb uses this article to describe Harbaugh as “batshit” and a “freak” for his recruiting actions. What Weinreb is trying to do is make the reader question whether Coach Harbaugh is sane or not by ethos. He makes the reader look back at all the things he has done, trying to get potential athletes to come play for him, and question whether the coach is doing the right1049 wordsRead More
- Williams’ views on style are more diverse. According to him, style should be more about the audience the writer is writing to rather than the writer himself. Williams explains how to write or the reader. In his last chapter Williams states how to write in a constructive voice, how to the flow of information affects the reader, what words to use when the reader has prior knowledge of the subject and when he or she does not, and how to be clear for the reader.1051 wordsRead More
- Even to this semester, I only read this book following teacher’s advice and didn’t do some extra reading. The output is up to the input. Only when we read more and gain more, can we express ourselves more casually and write more good articles.460 wordsRead More
- In the Introduction to "They Say / I Say": The Moves That Matter in Academic Writing, Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein provide templates, that were created from fundamental writing moves, that writers usually pick up along the way without realizing it. Those moves are so common that the authors turned them into templates in their book. The authors consider the main template “They Say / I Say” to be the foundation for all successful dialogue. Specifically, Graff and Birkenstein argue that the types of writing templates they offer help less experienced writers, as well as accomplished writers guidance and direction, to structure and generate their own writing. As the authors themselves put it “One of our key premises is that these basic moves are so common that they can be represented in templates that you can use right away to structure and even generate your own writing.” In other words, the authors offer a simplified tool to create writing on an academic level.704 wordsRead More
- After graduating high school in 1917, he decided not to attend college, even after his father’s urging. Instead, he went to report for the Kansas City Star, where his editor told him to “ ‘Use short sentences. Use short first paragraphs. Use vigorous English’ ” ( qtd. in Harmon 2). This shaped his unique and simple writing style that stayed with him for the rest of his life (Harmon 2).1058 wordsRead More
- What is the definition of style? Is there an exact way of interpreting style individuals create in their writing? What is the importance and function of style in the writing process? Does style really matter? Before encountering books such as William Strunk Jr. and E.B. White’s “The Elements of Style” and Joesph M. Williams “Style Toward Clarity and Grace” I had not put much thought into these questions. My main focus was to get my writing assignments completed, turned in, and out of my mind. However, these two books create a whole new outlook on the world of writing for any individual who can open the cover and their mind.1194 wordsRead More
- “Style is how you write, and you write well when you are interested. A writer’s own interest in the story is the essential thing. If there is a flash of warmth in him it is repeated in the reader. The emotion is bigger than style.1229 wordsRead More
- So far this year, I felt pretty satisfied with my progress this semester. I feel like I am slowly adapting to the new way papers and assignments are handled. All my college work depends solely on me now. No one is going to baby me anymore and whether I succeed or fail depends on how much effort I put into something. For the first time in my life I wrote a paper. Not just a five paragraph essay but actual pages, which is extremely challenging. It’s also been my first time studying for five hours straight so I can pass an actual test. I didn’t know I possessed this level of dedication, it’s probably because it isn’t free.689 wordsRead More
- To be quite honest, I throughly enjoyed the article so much that I found myself rereading it and sharing it with other intellectuals; and those intellectuals also found the article to be catchy and stimulating. It was interesting to analyze and understand that my style of writing is similar to that of Thomas Osborne’s. Also, through my analyzation of the article I found the truth behind the emotional process writers go thru during their creative process. Overall, it was a pleasure to read the article and I will be looking up more pieces written by Thomas Osborne because clearly something can be learned from the way the man expresses words on a1279 wordsRead More
- My columnist, Catherine Rampell, writes with clear and distinguishable voice. This voice carries her pieces, giving each one the same qualities that define her writing. Regardless of topic, Rampell crafts her pieces with the same components: short intros, a witty voice, and direct quotations scattered in to add evidence and credibility. Through thorough examination of Rampell’s works, I found her writing to be very formulaic (though I’m sure this is true of a myriad of other columnists, especially considering the pressures on the industry.) Once I discovered her formula, my imitation began to write itself.605 wordsRead More
- Personally, I cannot identify my exact writing style. I do write with clear, concise, fluidity; however, I have no sense of “personal style.” I construct each written assignment with the intention of being blunt and supporting my assertions with facts and details that will strengthen my argument. After reading Ch. 1 “The Transaction” I agree with that Zinsser proposes: my writing reflects who I am as a person (5). I am blunt and to the point. I get tasks done in the most efficient way. Maybe my personality does come through in my writing more than I thought.747 wordsRead More
- “How to Read Like a Writer” is an article written by Mike Bunn; after reading the entire texts, I found this article was pretty interesting. As before, to my way of thinking, it would be boring and confused because I was not sure how the author will describe this kind of academic idea; however, I changed my mind after reading the first paragraph. Bunn used an interesting way to start this “formal article”- to introduce himself not just the serious explanation of “RLW” or other things; this fancy way made me meet with him as real and listen to him personally even across the paper. As reading continues, Bunn used plant of evidence to improve how to be a better reader as well as a better writer. Numerous new thoughts about the ways to read are312 wordsRead More
- Harris, Robert A. Writing with Clarity and Style: A Guide to Rhetorical Devices for Contemporary Writers. Los Angeles, CA: Pyrczak Pub., 2003. Print.1396 wordsRead More
- In order to produce a piece of well-rounded writing, it is a known fact that every author must be able to assemble, grease, and apply the many moving pieces of literacy throughout his work. These tasks, while being vital, do not at all necessitate that a particular technique or procedure be followed for their completion. Thankfully, writers are free to use their own methods to invent, revise, and discover. Speaking for myself, I certainly have my own writing method.941 wordsRead More
- I am not the kind of person who talks or writes much. Putting my thoughts on papers is something I have always struggled with doing. I believe this class will help me improve on transferring my thoughts to paper, in an organized fashion. I look forward to becoming a better writer because of this class.659 wordsRead More