by msk | Apr 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Back in the day (well at least my day), the concept of interactive fiction was epitomized by the Choose Your Own Adventure series, a pioneering force in narrative interactivity. Unlike the digital platforms and sophisticated apps that dominate today’s landscape of...
by msk | Mar 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
In the vast, vibrant world of Young Adult (YA) literature, the boundaries between genres are not just lines to be crossed but playgrounds for the imagination. Traditionally, genres served as markers, guiding readers toward their preferred narrative landscapes—be it...
by msk | Feb 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
If you’re like me and you yearn for tales where the sea herself is a character, vast and merciless, here’s a trove of young adult fiction that sings the siren call. These aren’t just stories; they’re journeys on tempestuous waters, where the...
by msk | Feb 27, 2024 | Uncategorized
Long car rides can be a great opportunity to catch up on some reading, but sometimes it’s just not practical to stare at a page or screen for hours on end. That’s where audiobooks come in! They’re the perfect solution for keeping yourself (or your...
by msk | Feb 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
In the vast expanse of young adult fiction, where tales of love, adventure, and coming-of-age reign supreme, some gems inevitably slip through the cracks, untouched by the spotlight. These are the stories that, while perhaps not gracing every bestseller list or...
by msk | Jan 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
Air, fire, water, earth, and ether. They’ve been spun into some amazing and cool fantasy books and I find them to be an endless source of inspiration. Air: Let’s start with air, all about freedom and change. Think of it like that unpredictable wind that...
by msk | Jan 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
Once upon a time, in a land of timeless tales, young adult literature found a magical key – the art of retelling fairytales. These stories, known to us since childhood, are being ingeniously reimagined, offering fresh perspectives, diverse settings, and contemporary...
by msk | Dec 24, 2023 | Uncategorized
Let’s talk about something truly magical: YA books that beautifully weave Christmas into their stories. There’s just something about the holiday season that adds an extra layer of charm and wonder to these tales. So, grab your favorite holiday drink, and...
by msk | Dec 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
This will be a new Monday series on most Mondays (or at least the Mondays when I feel the muse’s call). I’m experimenting with some ideas where ‘myths collide.’ Join me in my creative sandbox and chime in with any of your inspirations about...
by msk | Dec 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
In the realm of fantasy literature, what sets apart the truly remarkable works is often their stellar world-building – the ability to create a universe so vivid and intricate that it feels as real as our own. A well-crafted fantasy world offers an immersive escape,...
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