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Of Great Books for Children and Their Perpetual Lessons
Children’s books preview the life classes the kids have yet to uncover when they traverse to adult life. Let’s talk about how the quirky characters on their pages not only teach but also inspire and empower the young minds.

Chona
Aug 133 min read


On Adults Enjoying Children and YA Media: The Fuss on Fairy Tales and Teenage Romance
Some people are repulsed to know that other adults consume and enjoy children and YA lit and media. Here’s why you shouldn't be.

Chona
Aug 63 min read


Time to Break the Spell: A Progressive View on Medieval Stasis
Medieval stasis is a common narrative tool in fantasy literature. When is it cool and when is it not too lit? You’re here for the answer.

Chona
Jul 233 min read


English After School: How Stories, Screens, and Self-Study Taught Us the Language
How do you really learn English as a second language? This article explores how books, movies, music, and everyday media shape fluency in ways school never could.
Yassie
Jul 92 min read


World-Building Starts with a Word: Why Conlangs Matter in Sci-Fi and Fantasy
Discover how constructed languages (conlangs) like Elvish, Klingon, and Simlish shape fictional worlds and reflect real cultural identities.
Yassie
Jul 33 min read


When Villains Are “Too Fabulous”: The Legacy of Queer Coding in Media
From sea witches to stylish spies, queer coding has long shaped how we read villains and heroes in the media. This article unpacks what queer coding is, how it began, and why it still matters.
Yassie
Jun 192 min read


Tropes Aren’t the Problem: Why Writers and Editors Should Reclaim the Trope
Tropes aren’t the problem, lazy writing is. Discover how writers and editors can use tropes with purpose to elevate, not flatten, a story.
Yassie
Jun 43 min read


The End Isn’t the End: Why We Keep Coming Back to Apocalypse Fiction
From biblical firestorms to zombie wastelands, apocalypse fiction reflects our fears, failures, and fantasies. This genre isn’t just about endings—it’s about what survives.
Yassie
May 283 min read


The Carefully Crafted Chaos Behind Reality TV
Reality shows blur fact and fiction. Behind the drama is a well-edited illusion we keep coming back for.
Yassie
May 213 min read


From Snow White to Shrek: Why Fairy Tales Keep Changing with Every Generation
Explore how fairy tales evolve across generations, from Disney classics to modern twists that reinvent the stories we thought we knew.
Yassie
May 143 min read


Monsters Under the Bed: Why Kids Need Dark Stories
Dark themes in kids' media foster emotional growth, mental health awareness & truth.
Yassie
May 73 min read


How Old Fairy Tales Shape Modern Stories Across Cultures
Fairy tales evolve from dark lessons to modern retellings, shaping storytelling across cultures and generations.
Yassie
Apr 303 min read


Romance in Every Frame: Why Pride and Prejudice (2005) Still Captivates Audiences
Discover why Pride and Prejudice (2005) is a fan-favorite in Creatinuum Episode 60, exploring its lasting impact on Regency fiction.
Yassie
Apr 233 min read


Writers on the Screen: How Visual Media Captures the Life of a Writer
Films and TV explore the struggles, impact, and responsibility of writers, revealing how storytelling shapes characters, audiences, and the world.
Yassie
Apr 163 min read


Tropes We Love and Hate: What Makes a Story Work?
Explore the best and worst of storytelling tropes—why some pull us in and others feel worn out. It all comes down to how they’re used!
Yassie
Apr 93 min read


You’ve Read Shakespeare Without Reading Shakespeare
Glean a bit of history and writing techniques from one of the greatest literary geniuses of all time, William Shakespeare!
Yassie
Mar 193 min read


From 8-Bit to Epic Tales: Learn Storytelling Through Gaming
Dive into the evolution of video game storytelling and learn narrative techniques from them!
Yassie
Mar 123 min read


Beyond Canon: How Shipping Shapes our View of Fictional Relationships
Shipping goes beyond pairing characters—it’s about storytelling, creativity, and connection, shaping how fans engage with media.
Andria Pasco
Mar 53 min read


The Joys and Challenges of Romance Writing and Editing
Love is in the air, hearts are all aflutter, and we’re diving into the ups and downs of writing and editing romance fiction!
Andria Pasco
Feb 262 min read


Comfort Literature: The Joy of Familiar Reading for Emotional Escape
We discuss books and stories that provide us with a sense of relaxation, familiarity, and emotional warmth.

Jill
Oct 4, 20243 min read
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