For years, dystopian literature has been a means to dissect particular aspects of modern society and magnify these characteristics in a futuristic world. Dystopia, literally, translates into… Read More
From a Saramago masterpiece to Monica Ali’s rural blues, via mountains, cities and coast, bookmark this reading list for a flavour of Portugal – and its people Read More
Reviews 57The Cal Leandros NovelsbyRob ThurmanReviews haven't been Indexed.I just finished reading Slashback by Rob Thurman, a Cal Leandros novel published in March 2013 by RoC.https://www.a… Read More
Reviews 65Mercy Thompsonnovelsby Patricia BriggsReviews haven't been indexed yet. Search Reviews on this blog to find more.Patricia Briggs has been mentioned in the following post… Read More
Reviews 66The Collegium ChroniclesNovels of ValdemarbyMercedes LackeyReviews haven't (yet) been indexed.https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B005V220K0For staying power in publishing, Mercede… Read More
The best-selling author Diana Gabaldon has managed to create a world that has captivated fans and readers for decades. Even though she hadn’t set foot in Scotland when she began writin… Read More
WOODCUTTER’S GRIM SERIES— Classic Tales of Horror Retold by Karen WiesnerSupernatural Fantasy Romance/Mild HorrorFor the ten generations since the evil first came to Woodcutter's… Read More
Author Karen Wiesner Creating realistic, unforgettable characters one story at a time… Just this past weekend I received an invitation and welcome from Alien Romances to join the pr… Read More
Not a Fling is a BWWM Sexy Romance Story Genre: Contemporary/Interracial/BWWM/African-American The Billionaire Brothers 1 Standalone Series Read for FREE on Kindle Unlimited Not a Fling i… Read More
WOODCUTTER’S GRIM SERIES— Classic Tales of Horror RetoldThis is the fourth of eight posts focusing on my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales. For… Read More
This is one of Terry Pratchett’s Discworld novels though don’t expect any of the usual characters to appear – there are no wizards – apart from Death and the Death of… Read More
WOODCUTTER’S GRIM SERIES— Classic Tales of Horror Retold This is the sixth of eight posts focusing on my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales. For… Read More
Writer's Craft Article by Karen S. Wiesner Tension and Twists, Part 3 Based on COHESIVE STORY BUILDING (formerly titled FROM FIRST DRAFT TO FICTION NOVEL {A Writer's Guide… Read More
I Have Dreamed a Little Dream, Part 4 by Karen Wiesner "Believe in your dreams. They were given to you for a reason." ~Katrina Mayer As a writer, the question I get most often is where… Read More
Long-distance hikes and pilgrimage routes are becoming increasingly popular in Italy, leading to the creation of new trails. The Via Matildica del Volto Santo is a little-known itinerary con… Read More
Writer's Craft Article by Karen S. Wiesner Brainstorming: The Cure for Writer's Block Is writer's block an actual thing, or just plain laziness? Or, do you sometimes get to the middle of a p… Read More
This rustic 1830 house gives all the warm vibes, with its unique location at the foot of the Montmartre Hill in Paris’ 9th arrondissement. The Musée de la Vie Romantique or the… Read More
Is there anything better than curling up with a good book? Maybe receiving one in the mail for free! The good news is that you can get many books for free. In this blog post, we have shared… Read More
London; the capital of the United Kingdom, the Swinging City, and home of the most iconic and significant landmarks in English history is always an excellent place to visit and a hard-to-com… Read More
Advertisements Star Wars has such an expansive universe. There are many different characters, movies, series, graphic novels, and other books. With so much Star Wars content out there you ma… Read More
Once known as the Place Royale, Place des Vosges stands on the dividing lines of the 3rd and 4th arrondissements in Paris. The square is the oldest planned square in Paris and of the Marais… Read More
Of Research and Developmental Tool Requirements, Part 1: Surprise #2: Research Overwhelm This is the fourth of fifteen posts dealing with surprising things I learned in the cours… Read More
Thursday, October 13, 1988, Egyptian writer Naguib Mahfouz goes to al-Ahram newspaper. He does some work, sees some friends, and has a little chit-chat with them, mostly about the Nobel Priz… Read More
Surprise #4: Of Deliberately Limiting Story Potential Development This is the sixth of fifteen posts dealing with surprising things I learned in the course of writing a science fiction serie… Read More
On this post-Juneteenth Monday, it feels appropriate to share the covers of my Jubilant Soul series – my three women’s fiction novels set in the fictional town of Jubilant, Texas… Read More
These times in which we’re living keep bringing my older novels top of mind, because the themes I explored when I wrote them seem more relevant than ever.
Lead Me Home is one of tho… Read More
Touted as a “mecca of cool,” the iconic Randolph Street Market Festival will make its highly-anticipated return to the bustling West Loop where the world-famous event f… Read More
For a relatively small island, the Irish have no shortage of familiar faces that have broke onto the big screen and secured their place in film history. Some of the most famous people from t… Read More
Edwin Rubis is a spiritual life coach and mentor currently confined in federal prison, where he is serving a 40-year sentence for a nonviolent cannabis conviction. While he fights for his fr… Read More
Ancient Greek civilization is one of the oldest civilizations known in human history. Its greatness is not restricted to only ancient ruins and heroic stories, but the greatness of their exi… Read More
“Niagara Falls is one of the finest structures in the known world,” according to Mark Twain. Niagara Falls has iconic three waterfalls of the same name, considered one of the Ear… Read More
In 2022, the field of NFT art will usher in unprecedented progress.
According to CRYPTOART market data, the total market value of NFT artworks is currently US$1.754 billion, and the total nu… Read More
Everybody loves having a fun time. It is even more fun when you learn about some brand-new stuff and discover some of the world’s secrets. There are many ways to spend time doing somet… Read More
Touring the historic homes throughout Chicago provides a unique perspective of the cultural and social legacy of the city. From renowned architecture to radical social movements, history has… Read More
Looking for a spooky Halloween staycation this year? England is host to its fair share of spooky stories and lots of horrifying horror novels have been inspired by its villages and castles… Read More
Dragons are both loved and misunderstood creatures. The Chinese Dragon, in particular, is a divine deity in China. This creature explains the origin of life in China. It represents virtues o… Read More
Writer's Craft Article by Karen S. Wiesner Writing Holiday Stories: Tricks (and Treats) Who doesn't love to read chilling tales at Halloween that embed inside readers deeply eno… Read More
Fiction Series So Big, They Cross Multimedia Platforms: The Witcher Series, created by Andrzej Sapkowskiby Karen Wiesner In this article series I'm calling "Fiction Series So Big, They Cross… Read More
In this article we will be examining our favourite Irish movies, ranging from the classics to modern releases and everything in between. This list is comprised of films that tell an Irish st… Read More
The Elizabethan Era marks a significant phase in the history of Great Britain. It existed between 1558 and 1603, and historians classify it as the golden age in the country’s history… Read More
Despite the fact that humans lived on this land for around 2 million years, the history of the world did not begin until about 5500 years ago, with the beginning of writing, as writing has b… Read More
You can find quotes to use as prompts anywhere – from your favorite novels to poems to Instagram captions. So, if you’re ever feeling stuck, scroll through your feed and see if a… Read More
Creative writing is a type of writing that aims to communicate a narrative through powerful written ideas with an emotional impact. This type of writing includes poetry, short stories, novel… Read More
Charles John Huffam Dickens (7 February 1812 – 9 June 1870)
He was known by his literary name Charles Dickens, a novelist, social critic, and English writer. He unanimously consensu… Read More
Beginning with its strong demographics, studying German has a lot going for it. It has over 130 million speakers worldwide and is Europe’s second most widely spoken language. It also o… Read More
At any age, studying a new language may be pleasurable. People choose to study English as a new language for various reasons, including travel or employment, and the rewards may be priceless… Read More
As work takes up more and more of our time, it becomes more challenging to find places for all of our documents, folders, and other office supplies. If your desk is starting to feel like fil… Read More
British author Martin Amis has died after a long battle with cancer. Amis is best known for his novels London Fields, Money: A Suicide Note, and The Information. His final novel, Inside Stor… Read More
Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Cormac McCarthy has died at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Known for his violent and bleak depictions, his work was often set in the American West, the Sou… Read More
This summer, the United States experienced extreme heatwaves, flash droughts, wildfires, and other climate-related disasters, leading to a new level of devastation. These events, once seen a… Read More
According to a new report from PEN America, tens of thousands of books are being banned or restricted by U.S. prisons, including self-help books and novels. The most common reasons for bans… Read More
Emma Myers is an American actress best recognized for being cast in the popular series, “Wednesday.” This hit Netflix series began in 2022, in which Emma made her breakthrough st… Read More
Indie games, short for independent games, refer to video games created by individuals or small teams without the financial backing of a major publisher. These games are often characterized b… Read More