● Define and state the different types and

categories of creative writing;

● Identify the difference between imaginative and

technical writing; and

● Produce short paragraphs or vignettes using

imagery, diction, figures of speech, and specific
experiences.
 designed to portray
one's thoughts and
emotions

"art of making
"Creative writing things up,"

- is writing that
In most references, creative
expresses the writer's writing is defined as "the process
thoughts and feelings of writing stories or narratives that
focus more on entertaining and
in an imaginative, telling a story than simply relating
often unique way." facts. It is a form of fiction or
created work" (Cavallari, August
2014).
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Types & Categories

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● Poetry ● Limerick ● Free form writing

one of the a five-line done in class and

common kinds ● Songs poem with a ● Short stories the writer must finish
of creative quirky and typically fifteen
writing. It can be like poems intriguing literary form is minutes or more.
in lyrical or through the theme in each commonly read
narrative form, verses, but it line. and written
different from ● journals
rhythmical or has chorus and
novel by word
non-rhythmical, repeated focuses on the
count.
metrical or free stanzas that writer's own ideas,
form are presented opinions, and
with an upbeat recollections.
or melodic
tune
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● Novellas

similar to ● Scripts and

novels, but are plays
● Novels ● Flash fiction
shorter, while
still being A play's script is
has chapters and referred to as
longer than extremely important
more characters micro-fiction. The
short stories. since every aspect
and a plot that is reader is given a
in it corresponds to
more complete picture
how it should be
complicated than of the narrative
delivered on stage.
the plot of a short despite the fact
story that it is a short
story with few
words.
Regarded as creative writing: NOT
● academic writing
● textbooks
● journalism
● technical writing
 Technical Writing
● is founded on ideas and facts.
● focuses on factual and straight
forward content.
● has its specific
reader/audience.
● Purpose : is to inform and
instruct and educate the user.
● formal and standard style of
writing.
Creative Writing
● is based on imaginations and
creativity.
● focuses on imaginative and
symbolic content.
● has a general reader/audience.
● Purpose : of creative writing is
to entertain, provoke, inspire.
● informal and artistic style of
writing.
 Technical Writing
● provides readers with
information on some technical
subjects or instructions on how
to do a task.
● uses text features like the table
of contents, index, labels,
charts, photos and graphs.
● objective Tone
Creative Writing
● gives readers a topic, message,
moral, or lesson that may be
applied to their everyday life or
provides brief entertainment.
● uses narrative elements such
conflict, character, theme,
setting and resolution.
● subjective Tone
 Technical Writing
● based on specialized vocabulary
● is organized in a sequential and
systematic manner.
● graphics are included to give more
information to the topic.
● depends on any result, research,
information etc.
Creative Writing
● general, evocative vocabulary.
● is organized in an arbitrary and
artistic manner and may not be
systematic
● In creative writing graphics are
included to give more attraction to
the topic.
● depends on the schedule and
mindset of the writer.
 “She had on a lovely blue outfit”.
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She was wearing the same blue outfit as she
did when we first met. the one that made my
mouth dry, complemented her eyes, and
revealed her contours.
The male character in the example above doesn't describe
the dress, its pattern, or its style; rather, he talks about what
he remembers about it and how it makes him feel.
 1. Sight
- the cardinal sense. Don't simply
see it when you're writing; see it
completely.
The full moon rose slowly over the trees.

The full moon rose slowly over the trees

blanketing the farm with its pale glow. An old
hound dog kept watch from the safety of the
rickety porch, the sparkle of the wet grass
reflected in his eyes.
 2. Sound
- describe the noises rather than
the action.
The room was noisy.
Marco sat alone at the table nearest the door so he wouldn't
miss her. The room was noisy. The clank of heavy plates drifted
from the kitchen and fought with the steady hum of couples in
conversation. Ice clinked as it settled in his water glass. He ran
his fingers over the drops of condensation and watched them
make tracks down and onto the tablecloth. His watch read
9:30. She wasn't coming.
 3. Touch
- Allow your characters to
physically sense their environment
through their bodies and skin.
He went for a swim in the cool pond.
The sudden plunge into the cool water took his
breath away and raised goosebumps on his arms.
Kamir had been swimming in this pond since he was
a kid. Swirling his hand in the dark water, it still held
the promise of boyhood laughter and summer bike
rides.
 4. Smell
- is most linked to memory.

"That stinks," said Seth, holding

his hand over his nose.

"That stinks like rotten meat," said Seth, clamping

his hand over his nose. (Clamp was a stronger
word for a stronger smell.) He staggered back until
he hit the wall. "I'm going to be sick."
 5. Taste
- the sense that gets the least use in
fiction writing

The cake tasted good.

The sweet buttercream icing melted on my tongue.

The word delightful came to mind. I closed my eyes
to savor the richness of the warm spice cake and
knew I would have a second piece before the end of
the night.
 "knowledge of the self, of society, and of the
world." These notions are based on experiences,
or more specifically, significant human
experiences (SHE).
Anything and everything under the sun can serve as
inspiration, from the most universal concept or
theme—such as "LOVE"—to the most delicate one—such
as "the nature of our being."

Creative writing is centered around the concepts of

conflicts’ inevitable occurrence, the tyranny of desire, the
reality of class distinctions, gender injustice, poverty, and
colonialism and neo-colonialism. The nature of existence is
the subject.
 ● DEATH ● GOOD VS. EVIL ● PREJUDICE
● LOVE John Green’s “The J.R.R Tolkien’s “The Harper Lee’s “To Kill
Fault in Our Stars” – Lord of the Rings” – a Mockingbird” –
William one of the most
Shakespeare’s features teenage pits good quite
famous
Romeo and characters coming clearly against evil
explorations of
Juliet – a tragic to terms with their in its tale of hobbits, prejudice and
tale of forbidden mortality in the elves and men racism: white
love with terrible face of terminal teaming up to lawyer Atticus Finch
consequences. illness. defeat the is appointed to
power-hungry defend Tom
Sauron and his Robinson, a black
● POWER AND CORRUPTION armies of dark man falsely
Suzanne Collins’ “The Hunger Games accused of the
creatures. crime of rape.
series” – features a dystopian society
with a totalitarian government that uses
its power to mistreat, manipulate and
even murder its citizens. Modern Examples
 A. Imagery - term for descriptive
language that appeals to the
reader's senses in any type of writing.
● Although the term ● While figurative language,
"image" appears such as metaphors and
in the definition of similes, may and frequently
imagery, it does does help imagery, imagery
not simply apply can also be expressed
to language that without the use of any
is descriptive and figurative language at all.
visual.
 B. Figures of Speech - term or phrase
that uses figurative language and has a
different meaning from its usual
definition

1. Metaphor - figurative language to compare

unrelated objects or concepts.

Example : "peak of her career"

 2. Idiom - a common phrase with a
figurative meaning

Example : "kill two birds with one stone. "

3. Proverb - is a brief, everyday phrase that conveys

broad truths and is widely recognized in today's
language.
Example : I know you think you’re going to
sell all of those cookies, but don’t count
your chickens before they hatch!
 4. Simile - uses the words “like” and “as”
to compare two things that are not
related by definition
Example : The internet is like a window to the world
— you can learn about everything online!

5. Oxymoron - two words together that have

contradictory meanings
Example : Small crowds, absolutely feasible,
old news, tiny giants, and other frequent
instances are only a few.
 6. Metonym - a word or phrase that is
employed to symbolize a part of a
larger meaning.
Example : fleets are occasionally referred to as being
"thirty sails strong,"

7. Irony - occurs when the literal meaning of a word or

phrase is the opposite of its metaphorical meaning.
Example : Sarcasm
 C. Diction - a speaking or writing style that
is influenced by the words a speaker or
writer chooses

Writing that is good or terrible is frequently

distinguished by diction, or word choice. First and
foremost, the term must be correct and exact.
Second, language should be suitable for the
situation in which it is employed.
The Writing Process :
1. Pre-writing - At this stage, authors select a subject,
come up with ideas, gather data, and draft an outline
using charts and diagrams and also the writer may state
the aim of the piece and the intended audience.

2. Writing the draft - must represent the goal of the

writer
3. Revising -The written piece will be assessed,
revised, and modified at this phase
The Writing Process :
4. Editing - Writers check their work for spelling,
grammatical, and structural issues at this stage. It is the
writing process's proofreading phase.

5. Publishing - Sharing the finished product with the group

completes the process. A well-written essay can be printed,
published online, or distributed digitally.
Quiz 1 - Scoring Rubric
 End of Module 1
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Geeks for Geeks. (17 September, 2020). Difference Between Technical Writing and Creative
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Sostino, A.G. (2020). Creative Writing. Significant Human Experiences as a Source of

Creative Ideas. Quarter 1 – Module 2. (1st Edition). Philippines