Writing with Mechanics As one creates a story, the various techniques an author will use have a great impact on the story and the effect that it will have on the reader(s). A piece of literature serves its purpose when it leaves the readers with a new impression or insight. In the short story, The Storm, the author, McKnight Malmar, uses various writing mechanics in order to provide readers with a suspenseful setting. With …showed first 75 words of 566 total…

…showed last 75 words of 566 total…the readers with an image of retreat, which also allows one to imagine what the repercussions of her escape might be. As a writer creates a story, he/she must keep in mind various things, such as diction, imagery and syntax. Malmar uses techniques that help create a suspenseful feeling while reading her short story. While her story may not have a particular angle that one can analyze, it serves its purpose as being entertaining.