I have been reading a book that uses metaphor really effectively and beautifully and it made me think a lot about how powerful a metaphor can be in writing. Especially if it's one that is extended beyond a single sentence and can be brought back throughout a story.
So this month, I'd like you to use a metaphor in a piece of short fiction and to make this metaphor a central part of the story you are creating.
If you're unsure what a metaphor is, here's the dictionary definition:
A metaphor is a figure of speech that implicitly compares two unrelated things, typically by stating that one thing is another (e.g., “that chef is a magician”). Metaphors can be used to create vivid imagery, exaggerate a characteristic or action, or express a complex idea.Post your story in the comments so we can all see it.
I'll look forward to seeing what you come up with. Happy writing!
X O'Abby
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