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B1 Level Wordlist - Literature

Here you will learn some English words about literature, such as "author", "bestseller", "fiction", etc. prepared for B1 learners.

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author
author
[noun]

a person who writes books, articles, etc., often as a job

Ex: The literary critic praised the author's prose style , noting its elegance and sophistication .
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bestseller

an item, especially a book, that is bought by a large number of people

Ex: The cookbook quickly became a bestseller due to its unique recipes .
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biography
biography
[noun]

the story of someone's life that is written by another person

Ex: The biography provided an in-depth look at the president 's life and legacy .
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fairy tale

a type of folktale that typically features mythical creatures, magical events, and enchanted settings, often with a moral lesson or a happy ending

Ex: The library 's collection includes a wide array of fairy tale books , from timeless classics to modern retellings .
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fiction
fiction
[noun]

a type of literature about unreal people, events, etc.

Ex: Fiction allows writers to create characters and plots that don't exist in real life.
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non-fiction

a type of literature about real people, or events, etc.

Ex: The biography she wrote is considered a masterpiece of non-fiction literature .
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introduction

the part of a book or speech that provides a brief explanation of what it is about

Ex: The tour guide started the excursion with an introduction to the historical significance of the landmark they were about to explore .
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metaphor
metaphor
[noun]

a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things to highlight their similarities and convey a deeper meaning

Ex: Her speech was filled with powerful metaphors that moved the audience .
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mystery
mystery
[noun]

a movie, novel, or play in which a crime takes place, especially a murder, and the story starts unraveling as it goes on

Ex: She enjoys reading mystery novels with clever plot twists.
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myth
myth
[noun]

a story involving the ancient history of a people, usually about heroes and supernatural events that could be unreal

Ex: The villagers passed the myth down through generations .
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plot
plot
[noun]

the events that are crucial to the formation and continuity of a story in a movie, play, novel, etc.

Ex: Critics praised the plot of the film for its originality and depth .
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poem
poem
[noun]

a written piece with particularly arranged words in a way that, usually rhyme, conveys a lot of emotion and style

Ex: Her poem, rich with metaphors and rhythm , captured the essence of nature .
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poetry
poetry
[noun]

a type of writing that uses special language, rhythm, and imagery to express emotions and ideas

Ex: Poetry has been a form of artistic expression for centuries , shaping cultures and societies .
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quotation
quotation
[noun]

a sentence or group of words from a movie, book, etc. that someone else repeats

Ex: She shared a motivational quotation from a well-known author on social media .
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to quote
to quote
[Verb]

to say the exact sentence or group of words someone else used in a movie, book, etc.

Ex: The politician quoted Winston Churchill , saying , " Success is not final , failure is not fatal : It is the courage to continue that counts . "
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to review
to review
[Verb]

to share personal opinions about a book, movie, or media to inform and provide insights into its strengths and weaknesses

Ex: The website allows users to review books and leave comments .
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setting
setting
[noun]

the time and place in which the story of a movie, play, etc. is taking place

Ex: The setting of the fantasy saga is an ancient kingdom filled with magic .
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short story

a complete story that is not long and can be read in a short time

Ex: He prefers reading short stories to novels because they are concise and impactful .
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storyline
storyline
[noun]

the plot of a movie, play, novel, etc.

Ex: The novel 's storyline follows the journey of a young girl finding her family .
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storyteller

someone who creates and shares stories

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tale
tale
[noun]

a true or imaginary story, particularly one that is full of exciting events

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title
title
[noun]

the name given to a movie, book, etc.

Ex: The artwork 's title captures the essence of the artist 's inspiration .
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verse
verse
[noun]

a set of words that usually have a rhythmic pattern

Ex: The poem 's first verse set the tone for the rest of the piece .
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writing
writing
[noun]

(plural) written works particularly those belonging to an author or covering a specific topic

Ex: The library shelves were filled with a diverse array of writing, from classic novels to contemporary essays , catering to readers of all interests and tastes .
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Gothic
Gothic
[Adjective]

(of a novel, etc.) written or made in a spooky and mysterious way and often focus on creepy places like old castles or haunted houses, with themes of darkness and the supernatural

Ex: Gothic literature immerses readers in a world where the line between the natural and the supernatural blurs , inviting them to explore the darker recesses of the human psyche .
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literary
literary
[Adjective]

related to literature, especially in terms of its style, structure, or content

Ex: His writing style was highly literary, with rich descriptions and complex characters .
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poetic
poetic
[Adjective]

relating to poetry as a form of expression or literature

Ex: The class focused on poetic techniques .
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young adult
young adult
[Adjective]

relating to movies or programs that are suitable or made for adolescents

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play
play
[noun]

a written story that is meant to be performed on a stage, radio, or television

Ex: Her award-winning play received rave reviews from both critics and audiences .
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