Prequels have gained immense popularity in the realm of storytelling, by offering a chance to delve into the past and unravel the origins of beloved characters and intricate storylines. Essentially, a prequel is a story containing events that happened before the...
Remember the days when people would become worldwide internet sensations just through posting up some videos on YouTube? (We’re looking at you, Bieber.) YouTube is most definitely the place to find anything and it continues to rule the social scene – and the book...
What is a fatal flaw? Sometimes known as a ‘tragic flaw,’ it is a trait that a character possesses that may lead to their disastrous downfall. There is a long list of character flaws one could have, but a fatal one is a is a critical weakness that leads to...
In storytelling, writers usually take one of two approaches to move the story along – these are either plot-driven or character-driven. Plot-driven stories are ones that focus on a series of events, whereas character-driven stories are all about development of...
Recently, a certain phrase has been circulating our online communities (typically amongst Gen Z crowds) which is ‘’main character syndrome’ – have you heard of it? It’s a modern-day version of what authors will know as the ‘Hero’s Journey’. But what is a Hero’s...
