What Are The Importance Of Literature In Literature

Introduction: The study of literature does not only enhance the four language skills( reading, writing, listening and speaking) but also reading literature from different periods add understanding to human experiences and values. Teaching and reading different literary genres can contribute to enhancing students' creative writing. In this regard literature is considered to be the core of language learning. Here stems the need for further investigation for the role of English literature in enhancing creative writing short stories and dramatic scenes.

Statement of the problem:

The relationship between English literature studies and creative writing is closely interrelated. This relationship is the prime purpose of the study, for creative writing is the art of writing literature. To explore such correlation and how these relationships operate and help in understanding the literature of the past and benefit from that by producing new writings are the key questions of this study. Therefore, it will be attempted to investigate these relationships and underline the importance of the English literature and its role on enhancing creative writing skills.

Literature Review:

Literature is seen as a resource which

A part from offering a distinct and rich literary world and developing other skills, it can be used as a backup for developing creative writing skills. Frank, (1995) asserted that literature is the best stimulator for creative writing. Therefore, Frank urges language educators to make it a vehicle for familiarizing their students with literature in all its forms. Frank believes that literature is the best means to stimulate and encourage students to write. Hence, he calls on teachers to use English literature for the development of their students' writing skills and make of them successful, creative professional