What Makes a Villain: Part Two
It’s important to make monsters and villains scary for the right reasons. Let’s look at racism and ableism in fantasy and how to avoid them.
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What Makes a Villain: Part One
Villains are an important part of fantasy writing. Let’s look at what makes a convincing villain—and why some villains fall flat.
The “Romance Novels Are Less Legitimate” Mindset
Many writers and readers view romance novels as less legitimate than other genres. But romance holds an important place in the literary canon, and is so much fun!
The September Reset: Step Back, Reevaluate, Start Again
For many people, September is a time to refresh and reset. Whatever prompts your need for change, it’s time to refresh, reflect, and reset.
Don’t Let the Grind Grind You Down
Grind culture is all around us, but we can choose to lessen its hold on our lives. Reject the grind and hustle to find balance in your life.
“Oytmeal Middaht Milk”: Accents and Dialects in Writing
When writing about characters from different backgrounds or cultures, should you include accents and dialects in your writing? Let’s discuss!