Hyba Is Writing

  Symbolism: Water in Horror Fiction Symbolism is a critical technique in any writer's arsenal. Our human minds enjoy puzzles, enjoy allegory and metaphor, and above all, searching for meaning. We look for patterns and connections, links that can tells us what it all stands for - because everything stands for something greater, doesn't it? This is never more prevalent than it is in our art. With such a limited canvas to work on - or a limited number of pages to write - the author introduces symbolism, along with other writing techniques, to evoke meaning that goes deeper than the story's surface.  Perhaps one of the most ubiquitous symbols used in fiction is water. Water, after all, is essential for our survival; without it, we perish. It is both a saving grace and a mighty force. It can be merciful and gentle, cleansing and nurturing, and it can be devastating and brutal, destroying and suffocating. Religiously, almost all faiths use water for ritual cleansing of the soul,...