Self-insertion — is a literary device in which the real author of a work of fiction appears as a character within that fiction, either overtly or in disguise.Some characters have been described as unintentional self inserts, implying that their author is… … Wikipedia
self-insertion — Describes a fanwork which features the author as a main character. Written to boost the author s self esteem, rather than to present an entertaining or thought provoking plot. Have you read his latest Sailor Moon self insertion fanfic? That guy… … Dictionary of american slang
Self-induced abortion — A self induced abortion (or self induced miscarriage) is an abortion performed by the pregnant woman herself outside the recognized medical system. Although the term can include abortions induced through legal, over the counter medication, it… … Wikipedia
Self-expandable metallic stent — A self expandable metallic stent (or SEMS) is a metallic tube, or stent, used in order to hold open a structure in the gastrointestinal tract in order to allow the passage of food, chyme, stool, or other secretions required for digestion. SEMS… … Wikipedia
self-sharpening — /sɛlf ˈʃapənɪŋ/ (say self shahpuhning) adjective (of a knife) sharpened by insertion in and removal from a special holder fitted with a sharpening device …
self-service — adj. & n. adj. (often attrib.) 1 (of a shop, restaurant, garage, etc.) where customers serve themselves and pay at a checkout counter etc. 2 (of a machine) serving goods after the insertion of coins. n. colloq. a self service store, garage, etc … Useful english dictionary
Mary Sue — This article is about the concept in modern literary criticism. For either part of the given name or real or fictional people named as such, see Mary and Sue. A Mary Sue (sometimes just Sue), in literary criticism and particularly in fanfiction,… … Wikipedia
Glossary of fan fiction terms — The community surrounding modern fan fiction has generated a considerable number of unique subgenres and literary terminology over the past several decades. This subarticle serves as an introduction for the reader to the most notable terms that… … Wikipedia
Literary technique — A literary technique (also, literary device, procedure or method) is any element or the entirety of elements a writer intentionally uses in the structure of their work.[1] It can be for example an identifiable rule of thumb, a convention, a… … Wikipedia
JPod — This article is about the novel. For its TV series adaptation, see jPod (TV series). For the Australian footballer, see James Podsiadly. JPod … Wikipedia