250 Clichés & Overused Phrases to Avoid 'Like the Plague!' in Your Writing

Agents and editors have zero tolerance for clichés because they signify a lack of original thought and can quickly disengage readers. In the competitive landscape of publishing, fresh, vivid writing stands out.

"250 Clichés & Overused Phrases to Avoid 'Like the Plague!' in Your Writing" is designed to help you steer clear of the overused and the trite, ensuring your prose remains fresh, engaging, and impactful.

Within its pages, you'll find extensive lists of clichéd descriptions:

100 general clichés and overused phrases

30 clichéd descriptions of colours

30 clichéd descriptions of sizes

30 clichéd descriptions of sadness

30 clichéd descriptions of happiness

30 clichéd descriptions of anger

Don't let one stale phrase put the agent/reader off your story!