We all have our favorite book and often, a large contributing factor is the relationship tropes within its pages. Whether our hero stumbles upon their first love in chapter one or our protagonist is stuck with their worst enemy, only to fall in love at the end of the...
Relationships are, well, relatable. Everyone has relationships of some kind, whether it’s platonic, familial, or romantic. And while everyone has experience with relationships of some kind, not all of that experience is good. Or knowledgable. Or accomplishing...
Science fiction has always been a captivating genre that pushes the boundaries of our imagination, taking us on thrilling journeys to distant galaxies, alternate realities, and futuristic worlds. It’s also been responsible for some of the largest fan bases in the...
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If you are close to launching your book or brainstorming ways to market it well, you may have come across the term book trailers. While trailers are commonly associated with the film industry, they are sometimes used for books as well. Book trailers are a great way to...
For authors who love to write scary stories, it can be hard to feel like you are coming up with a unique idea. However, with horror, you do not always have to come up with some type of story that has never been told before. Sometimes you can take a familiar storyline...
It’s crucial to understand all forms of publishing, including hybrid publishing. Why? Millions of new titles are published every year, millions of copies are sold, and new authors join the writing industry left and right. Researching the general forms writers...
When it comes to villains in a book, coming up with a great name is half of the battle. The name can make or break how popular a villain becomes. For example, imagine if Darth Vader was instead called Mr. Magoo. Would he be nearly as terrifying or taken as seriously...
If you love reading thrillers or listening to true crime podcasts, you’ll love this list of fictional detectives. Some of the best fictional detectives have stayed in our minds for decades, and some hit the big screen in more recent years. Regardless of where these...
Most of us love a good, heroic character, but how many of us root for the antihero? It’s easy to fall in love with protagonists who have great character attributes going for them. Whether they are brave in the midst of danger, loving to those who are against...
