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High vs. Low Concept Literature: Choosing your next read
Discover the world of high-concept and low-concept storytelling, and how knowing the difference can guide your reading choices based on your mood.
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Dialogue-Heavy Books: Engaging, or a writer’s crutch?
Is it possible to have too much dialogue in a book? Let’s talk about why excessive chatter might signal weak storytelling.
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On Profanity in Books: Mature or immature?
Some book reviewers leave low ratings because of profanity. But is profanity in literature even a bad thing? Let’s dive in.
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2023 Fall Reading Recommendations
Book recommendations for these different fall vibes: Magical Horror, Gothic and Atmospheric, Whimsical Halloween, Cozy and Witchy, and Historical Fall.
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How to Become a Reader in the Post-COVID Era
Here are six tips for becoming a reader in today’s day and age.
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Redemption Arcs: Why they’re compelling
The redemption arc is one of the most satisfying plotlines in today’s era. But why? What makes these stories and characters so compelling? Let’s dive in.
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Character Stakes: The real reason we read any story
Every good story has stakes. But what really drives the story are the personal, emotional character stakes. And that’s why I don’t like quest stories.
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Narrative Voice: A book’s biggest strength or biggest weakness
“Narrative voice” can make or break a book. But what is it, and why does it matter to readers? Let’s dive in.
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Long-Term Reading Slumps: What do they actually mean?
Reading slumps that last for long periods of time might have some underlying causes. Let’s talk about them, and what you can do.
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9 Reasons to Use Your Local Library (Besides Free Books)
Your local library is so much more than a book repository. Here are 9 reasons to use this vital community service.
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