Imagine stepping into a narrative where you’re not just an observer, but an active participant. The 2nd person point of view invites readers into the story, addressing them directly with the powerful ‘you.’ The 2nd person point of view is rare and...
Children’s books shape the way young minds understand the world—and their place in it. But take a closer look at the children’s book characters and who’s being represented, and a troubling pattern emerges: not every child sees themselves reflected in the pages they...
Some of your favorite writing likely employs what we call personification, but it can be difficult to understand what that means without seeing personification examples. What is personification and what are some examples of personification? How do you know when you...
Delving into the pages of a captivating book is more than just an escape; it’s a journey through the complex web of ideas, emotions, and perspectives that shape our understanding of the world. These ideas manifest as the themes in literature. They are what...
With mythical beasts and complex spells, the fantasy book genre is incredibly fun to write. But with 10+ fantasy subgenres, it can be difficult to know how to market your book. High fantasy vs. low fantasy. Dark fantasy vs. fairy tales. What on earth (or Middle-earth)...