I have been a writer now for over twenty years and in all that time I have experienced many lows and many highs. But the truth is I just kind of fell into writing. A friend of mine had just returned from working in Hollywood...
Whenever we think of a family, we often think about the people who love us and care for us. Whether it be our friends, our parents, our siblings, or even strangers, there’s something to be said about coming home to these people that makes our...
The infamous deal with the devil has been used by many writers to represent the fall of a character. Whether it be through a contract, or even a simple kiss, there’s no doubt that writers have fantasized about this scene, sometimes for the emotion, other...
Many believe that writing comedy is the hardest of all genres, but comedy appears in most of them. Why would a writer inject comedy into a crime thriller or a horror novel?
Comedy is a great way to bring realism to a tragic situation. It will...
Throughout history, we know that many innocent people have been accused and burned as witches. Whether rich or poor, young or old, man or woman, it’s clear that the accusation knows no bounds. This was shown through just one of the victims known as Merga...
I remember a time when people criticized other writers who fell in love with fan culture. But despite this, I, along with others, have somehow managed to slip down the rabbit hole, and dedicated my time to writing fanfiction. Yes, if you haven’t guessed by...
I first decided to become a writer when I was 27 years old. It was, of course, frowned upon by family and friends until I agreed with them it was a ridiculous idea and that I should concentrate on finding a proper job so I could support my son....
The Catholic Church is one of the most powerful institutions in human history. From their influence in power and politics, to their complicated relations with various minority groups, to even their perspectives on the afterlife, it’s clear that many individuals have drawn both inspiration and criticism...
A beloved hero that killed for the sake of revenge, a family’s fortune and reputation reduced to nothing, a young child thrown into the merciless cruelties of war; there’s something to be said about the similar dread within these situation. In fact, this tainted light...
There’s no doubt that royalty can be as sinfully corrupt as the aristocracy. Whether that be through their lust, their contempt for humanity, their greed, or even their indifference, the magnificence of a king can erode, the memory of his existence fading with time, all because of...
