Literary criticism is often dismissed, even by avid readers, as pretentious and unnecessary. For those who look past bad teaching examples, it is a method to appreciate and enjoy the written word. Short reviews are not good enough. Writers especially should be more careful how they engage literature, using the tools of deep reading to help improve their own skills. Here are 5 reasons Literary Criticism is Important (for readers and writers).

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