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One of my favourite authors of all-time is the legendary horror writer Stephen King. His first novel, Carrie, hit book shelves in 1972 and since then, his novels and short story collections have over 350 million copies worldwide. He’s still producing great stories to this day – releasing Here are 9 surprising facts about Stephen … Read more
Dark fantasy series often blend elements of horror, magic, and the supernatural to create immersive and captivating worlds. Here are 10 dark fantasy series that you should consider reading: 1) “The First Law Trilogy” by Joe Abercrombie This series offers a grim and morally complex world filled with antiheroes, war, and political intrigue. 2) “The … Read more
Susan Hill is a renowned British author known for her diverse body of work, which includes novels, short stories, plays, and non-fiction. Here are 7 interesting facts about Susan Hill: 1) Prolific Writer Susan Hill has written over 60 books throughout her career, showcasing her versatility as a writer in various genres. 2) “The Woman … Read more
Dr. Seuss, born Theodor Seuss Geisel, was a beloved American author and illustrator known for his whimsical and imaginative children’s books. Here are 10 interesting facts about Dr. Seuss: 1) Pseudonym Origin “Dr. Seuss” was a pseudonym. Theodor Seuss Geisel chose “Seuss” as it was his mother’s maiden name and his own middle name. He … Read more
Are you a true fan of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban? Test your knowledge with our quiz, filled with questions about the third book in J.K. Rowling’s magical series! From the mysterious Sirius Black to the secrets of the Marauder’s Map, this quiz challenges you to recall the unique twists and magical moments … Read more
So you think you’re a Harry Potter fan, huh? But how well do you know the second book in the series? Do you know your. Put your Chamber of Secrets knowledge to the test in this book quiz… How did you do? Send this quiz to your friends to see if they can beat your … Read more
Welcome to the ultimate “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” book quiz! Step into the magical world of Hogwarts as we test your knowledge of J.K. Rowling’s beloved first installment in the Harry Potter series. Are you ready to put your Hogwarts knowledge to the test? Let the magic begin! How did you do? Did … Read more
If you’ve got an idea for a story or a novel but you find yourself staring at a blank page, then check out our guide for overcoming writer’s block. However, if you don’t have an idea yet, then you’re in the right place! Here are 9 ways to find new story ideas for your novel … Read more
Writer’s block affects most writers from time to time. Even the most successful writers in the world will occassionally find themselves staring at a blank page. Whilst writer’s block can be frustrating, it’s important to know that it’s only temporary. Here are several strategies you can try to overcome it: 1) Jump ahead in time … Read more
We’ve pulled together the ages of some popular authors when they published their very first books… 45 years old – J.R.R. Tolkien J.R.R. Tolkien was 45 years old when he published his first novel, The Hobbit, in 1937. The Hobbit began as a story he created for his own children. Tolkien would tell them tales … Read more
Stranger Things showrunners The Duffer Brothers are working on an adaptation of the much-loved fantasy novel, The Talisman, written by Stephen King and Peter Straub. Although the novel was published in 1984, Steven Spielberg actually snapped up the rights two years early, in 1982. For decades, the esteemed director has tried to adapt the novel … Read more