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Appealing through Style
You can appeal to an audience through style by consciously making your writing memorable. Try varying your word choice and the rhythm of your sentences. You can also vary the length of your sentences for different rhythmic affects. Work to make your prose more memorable by using imagery and metaphor. Be aware of the sound of the words and phrases you use. You can create a variety of affects by using repetition and alliteration.