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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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CEFR B1 Vocabulary
author
author
[noun]

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

Ex: The author's latest novel topped the bestseller list, captivating readers with its gripping plot and memorable characters. 
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bestseller

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

Ex: Her latest novel became a bestseller within weeks of its release. 
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biography
biography
[noun]

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

Ex: The biography of Nelson Mandela highlights his journey and achievements. 
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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: Children love to immerse themselves in the magical world of fairy tales, where anything seems possible. 
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fiction
fiction
[noun]

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

Ex: She loves reading fiction novels that transport her to different worlds. 
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non-fiction

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

Ex: She prefers reading non-fiction books about historical events. 
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introduction

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

Ex: The professor began the lecture with an introduction, outlining the main topics to be covered during the class. 
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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: He used the metaphor of a journey to describe the process of personal growth. 
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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: The series is a blend of mystery and thriller, keeping viewers on edge. 
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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 myth of the phoenix tells of a bird that rises from its ashes. 
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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: The plot of the novel kept readers on the edge of their seats with its unexpected twists. 
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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: She wrote a poem about the changing seasons that left everyone mesmerized. 
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poetry
poetry
[noun]

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

Ex: His poetry captures the beauty of nature with vivid and expressive language. 
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quotation
quotation
[noun]

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

Ex: She included a famous quotation from Shakespeare in her essay. 
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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: During his presentation, he quoted a famous line from "The Godfather": "I'm gonna make him an offer he can't refuse." 
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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: She reviewed the latest novel, highlighting its compelling characters and thought-provoking themes. 
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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 movie is a futuristic city in the year 2050. 
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short story

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

Ex: She loves reading short stories because they don't require a lot of time. 
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storyline
storyline
[noun]

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

Ex: The storyline takes a surprising turn in the final chapters of the book. 
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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 title of her favorite book is "Pride and Prejudice." 
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verse
verse
[noun]

a set of words that usually have a rhythmic pattern

Ex: The poet carefully crafted each verse, weaving together words to create a tapestry of emotion and meaning. 
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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 stories transport readers to ancient castles and haunted mansions, where eerie atmospheres and mysterious events unfold. 
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literary
literary
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The literary analysis focused on exploring themes and motifs within the novel. 
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poetic
poetic
[Adjective]

relating to poetry as a form of expression or literature

Ex: The book includes several poetic passages. 
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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: The playwright's new play will debut at the local theater next month. 
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