Celebrities are an anomaly in the truest sense of the word. It’s because the world sees them only how they want to show themselves. Because apart from their reel-life persona, would you claim to know how they are in real life? Of course not! The appeal of knowing about the lives of celebrities is always […]
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An Old Man Vs Wild: Exploring Hemingway Through Modern Prism
Man vs. Wild (2006-2011) the survival television series hosted by Bear Grylls on The Discovery Channel was based on Bear Grylls’ adventures in a region, mostly wild terrains – jungles, forests, or similar non-urban areas as he was left there stranded with his film crew. The series documents his efforts to survive and find a […]
7 Best Book Boyfriends of All Times
It’s not a secret that when readers get immersed in their books, the characters start to haunt their real lives. Wishing fictional families and friends becomes a part of your daily life, and so does envisioning the book scenarios. But the most common practice is to daydream about book boyfriends! Books have given us many […]
Dark Romance and its Rise to Popularity
If you search for the top three trending book genres of 2023, you will find that romance holds one of those thrones. Moreover, if you deep search, you’ll find dark romance and fantasy romance are most requested and reviewed on NetGalley and GoodReads accordingly. Romance, with its shades of soft love and sensual lust, and […]
8 Newsletters to Subscribe to if You are a Writer
The idiom where there’s a will, there’s a way, is perfectly true in the context of content. That’s because content is dynamic and fluid and can weasel its way to you if you want it! But while content is reaching corners of the world, filtering it out to your needs is becoming more difficult. There […]
What is Gaslamp fantasy?
The nature of genres is never concrete; developments take place almost every day, making its entire concept fluid and dynamic. One of the lesser-known genres that embrace this essence in the truest sense is Gaslamp fantasy. This genre is technically a sub-genre of Steampunk Fantasy, which, in turn, belongs to the parent genre of science fiction. […]
An Author’s Guide to LinkedIn to Amplify your Writing Journey
In a world where words are mightier than ever, authors are navigating an intricate web of digital avenues to propel their work to new heights. While social media platforms offer a bustling hub for self-expression, one platform stands apart, shrouded in professional allure: LinkedIn. Hold onto your metaphorical pens, for within the polished corridors of […]
Writing Erotica: The Challenges and Benefits
Erotic literature has existed for centuries, its allure captivating readers with its intimate portrayals of human desire and passion. The art of crafting erotica is both alluring and challenging, demanding a delicate balance between sensuality and storytelling. In this exploration of the world of erotic writing, we delve into the challenges and benefits that writers […]
How to write morally grey characters?
Gone are the days when characters used to be completely good or downright evil. Nowadays, readers love books about characters living in the grey area between black and white. For example, there are sympathetic villains who are obviously evil but evoke sympathy in readers. Then there are the anti-heroes, who take the crooked path to […]
The Fae-ntasy Side of Literature – What are Fae Books?
Literature is all-encompassing, but one just doesn’t realise how immersive it can get. Not only does it borrow from reality, but it also draws from folklore, mythology, people’s random thoughts and dreams. The latter gets explored in detail until a whole topic – or even a sub-genre – is birthed! You will see such a […]