The Dictionary of Emotions

Published in Arabic by The Book Home, The Emotion Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Expression (Qamus al-Masha'ir) by Angela Ackerman and Becca Puglisi is a globally celebrated, essential resource for fiction writers, screenwriters, and content creators. The guide addresses one of writing's greatest challenges: conveying authentic, fresh emotional responses without resorting to overused tropes or repetitive physical cues. Breaking down a vast spectrum of human emotions, the book categorizes each feeling into physical signals, internal bodily sensations, mental responses, and subtextual dialogue cues. By offering actionable brainstorming tools, Ackerman and Puglisi empower authors to master the principle of "show, don't tell," allowing them to build multidimensional, relatable characters whose emotional journeys deeply resonate with readers.

It is the ultimate brainstorming companion for writers, helping eliminate repetitive emotional descriptions and master nuanced, body-language-driven characterization.

Essential for fiction writers, novelists, screenwriters, editors, copywriters, and storytelling enthusiasts aiming to elevate their character development skills.