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Selkie Mythology: Why the Seal-Wife Legends Aren’t Romance
Fantasy Deep Dives · Mermaids & Ocean Fantasy
Selkie mythology from Orkney, Shetland, Ireland and the Faroes: stolen seal skins, a curse that isn’t finished, and why these legends aren’t love stories.
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Elf-Involved: A Whimsical Journey through Young Adult Books Featuring Elves
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Magical Mashups: The Ins and Outs of Urban Fantasy Magic Systems in YA Lit
Let's talk about one of the coolest aspects of young adult (YA) urban fantasy novels: magic systems. There's just something […]
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The Allure of YA Dystopian Romance: Exploring Forbidden Love
Young adult (YA) dystopian fiction has long captivated readers, transporting them to alternate realities where societies are often oppressive and […]
Mermaids & Ocean Fantasy
Why I Love Writing about Mermaids: A Magical Exploration
As a writer, I find myself drawn to the magical world of mermaids, or "shifters" as I sometimes refer to […]
Dystopian · Sci Fi
YA Science Fiction: From Hope to Dystopia
Once upon a time in the literary world, young adult science fiction was a beacon of hope for the future. […]
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