Absurdist fiction is a particular genre of writing that can be thought-provoking and informative as well as confusing and frustrating. In this type of work, authors use specific tools to portray their ideas on grand, existential topics. The result is often strange, surreal, or downright trippy. This post provides a brief exploration of absurdist fiction…
Author: Molly Tyler
20 LGBTQ+ Books to Read for Pride Month
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and if you’re looking to add some queer books to your TBR to celebrate, you’re in luck. There are more books by queer authors and featuring characters from across the gender and sexuality spectrums than there ever have been before, which means plenty of books to read for Pride Month….
Where to Buy Books for Cheap (Amazon Alternatives)
Book collecting is an enjoyable hobby, but it can quickly become an expensive one. Finding where to buy books for cheap can help you grow your personal library on a budget. Amazon is often held up as a source for quick and low-cost access to books. However, its negative impact on the publishing and bookselling…
12 Actually Good Classic Novels
The classics have a reputation for being long, tedious, and not at all enjoyable to read. While that can be the case (and opinions are subjective!), these books have stood the test of time for a reason. There are several actually good classic novels that you might want to add to your reading list. To…
How Can I Get a Real Writer to Write My Story?
Writing a book—or any kind of work that you hope to publish—is a huge undertaking. Not everyone has the time or the skill to accomplish it, which is why ghost writing is a popular solution. Ghost writing services help people with ideas for books or articles to find an experienced writer to write their story…
Is a Career in Creative Writing Right for Me?
Choosing a career path is a major decision. If you enjoy books, poems, and stories, you might be considering whether a career in creative writing is right for you. Here are some things to consider if you think you want to pursue a professional writing career. 4 Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want a…
How to See All the Books You’ve Read in StoryGraph
The StoryGraph app has been consistently gaining popularity among readers and book lovers. Its detailed graphs and charts, unique reading challenges, and helpful content warnings have made it a favorite GoodReads alternative for those looking to move away from the Amazon-owned platform. However, there have been a few drawbacks to using StoryGraph. Namely, some users…
Banned Books: Why They Matter + 15 You Can Read Right Now
Banned books have been a hot topic in 2022, and it’s safe to say this trend will continue. If you don’t have close ties to your local schools or libraries, you may be wondering why books are being banned, and why this subject has been drawing such intense political attention. Here’s a very brief look…
How to Write From an Interview
Interviews are useful in a variety of types of writing, especially journalism and creative nonfiction. Whether you want your brother’s take on an important piece of family lore for your memoir or you need to pick the brain of an industry leader for a profile, knowing how to write from an interview is a vital…
How to Use StoryGraph to Organize Books You’ve Read
Keeping track of the books you’ve read, books you want to add to your personal library’s growing collection, and books that you want to read in the future are important tasks for every reader and book hobbyist. GoodReads has long been the go-to platform for all this and more, but there’s now an alternative website…