These sources describe different writing constructs:
OWL Guide to Writing -- use the topics on the left side of the screen to explore different writing constructs
Bad Ideas about Writing (PDF) -- use the table of contents to get ideas or search for a specific construct within the book
Use these to find sources on how your writing construct has been viewed over time (its history), as well as different perspectives on the construct.
You can also try Google searches for writing constructs, but remember to evaluate your sources.
You've got two options to track down articles.
Try this search first:
Didn't find it? Try Google Scholar:
