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Writing About Travel: The Art of Taking Readers With You New!

I have been reading a travel memoir set in Thailand that reminded me of what truly makes great travel writing stand out. It’s not the exotic locations, the adventures, or even the photographs, although all those things help. What makes travel writing unforgettable is reflection....

Why Every Writer Should Try Their Hand at a Fairy Tale New!

Fairy stories are pure magic. Seriously. Think about it: a little girl with a red riding hood wandering through the woods, a big bad wolf lurking somewhere, a granny who somehow always has the upper hand, or a tooth fairy popping in at night. Totally...

The Subtle Art of Dry Humor in Fiction New!

Humor in fiction comes in many flavors, and each type creates a different experience for readers. Some humor is loud, boisterous, and in-your-face—the kind that makes a character slip on a banana peel or fall into a pie. That is slapstick, a classic and entertaining...

The Art of Slapstick in Modern Fiction New!

Slapstick comedy is thought to be universal; it goes beyond spoken language and is often more relatable to younger audiences than dry and witty humor. After all, who doesn't enjoy seeing a messy food fight or a bottle-blonde primadonna tripping over her veil and landing...

The Art of Simile and Metaphor in Fiction: Striking the Right Balance New!

Few tools in a writer’s arsenal are as powerful as simile and metaphor. Both transform ordinary language into something vibrant, memorable, and emotionally resonant. They give a story texture, helping readers not only to see but to feel what the writer intends. Yet, like seasoning in...

The Quiet Power of Reading Slowly in a Fast World New!

We live in a world that moves too fast. Our eyes jump from screen to screen, headline to headline, and somewhere along the way, reading has become another race we’re trying to win. We scroll, skim, and swipe, chasing a sense of being informed but...

Reading Between Worlds: What Reviewing Taught Me About Being Human New!

Every time I open a new book to review, I’m stepping into another person’s mind. A private landscape built from memory, imagination, and hope. What begins as ink on paper soon becomes something alive, something fragile and real. When I first started reviewing, I thought...

The Quiet Power of Simplicity: Why Good Writing Doesn’t Need Big Words New!

There’s something beautiful about a sentence that says exactly what it means - nothing more, nothing less. Too often, writers try to make their work sound impressive by dressing it up with long words and complex phrasing. But real power doesn’t come from showing off;...

Writing About Drugs Without Glorifying Them: A Guide for Responsible Storytelling New!

Writers have always been drawn to the darker corners of the human experience. Among these, drug use and addiction remain some of the most powerful - and dangerous - themes to explore. They expose pain, escapism, rebellion, and the raw struggle for control. Yet, when...

The Legendary Artifact That’s Actually Just an Embarrassing Family Heirloom!  New!

Ever dig through an old attic box, hoping to find treasure, and pull out something that looks more like a garage sale reject than buried gold? That’s the vibe behind this writing move: the grand, powerful artifact that turns out to be... a total letdown....