by msk | Apr 6, 2025 | Fantasy Deep Dives, Tropes & Worldbuilding
Let’s talk elves. Not the North Pole kind (that could be a whole other article, but best saved for Christmas). I’m talking about the tall, ethereal, flawless beings that strolled into pop culture via J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings. They’ve since been...
by msk | Jul 22, 2024 | Tropes & Worldbuilding
Fairytale retellings in YA literature have always been one of my favorites, and it’s cool to see how they’ve grown with cultural shifts and emerging themes. Today I’ll dive into some trends likely to shape these popular stories’ future. One of...
by msk | Mar 26, 2024 | Tropes & Worldbuilding
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 | Dec 5, 2023 | Tropes & Worldbuilding
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 | Nov 23, 2023 | Tropes & Worldbuilding
When diving into the vivid pages of YA fantasy, it’s not just the characters and plots that captivate us, but also the sumptuous feasts and unique foods that add flavor to these rich worlds. From hearty meals in cozy hobbit holes to the exotic cuisines of...
by msk | Nov 20, 2023 | Tropes & Worldbuilding
There’s something magical about libraries. Every time I walked into one as a kid, it felt like stepping into Narnia. I remember this one librarian vividly – she had this dark, almost mystical hair and wore bright pink lipstick. To my young, book-loving...
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