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100 Words to Describe Eyes: Beautiful, Expressive & Atmospheric Vocabulary for Writers

Discover 100 beautiful, expressive and atmospheric words to describe eyes in creative writing, from striking colours and distinctive shapes to loving glances, sorrowful expressions and sinister stares. Explore ten carefully organised vocabulary collections, each featuring clear meanings, original example sentences and practical writing advice. Learn how to use eye contact, movement, metaphor and symbolism to reveal emotion, develop memorable characters and create vivid descriptions. Perfect for writers of fantasy, romance, Gothic fiction, poetry and literary fiction looking to bring greater depth and originality to their character descriptions.

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