by Cole Salao
Many of us grew up surrounded by stories that featured memorable animals. They enriched the setting of the story, acted as faithful companions to the protagonist, or became the central characters themselves. While most of these animals are now restricted to...
by Cole Salao
When it comes to mystery, the plot revolves around an event whose details are slowly revealed through an investigative process. The event, usually a crime, is examined through a mixture of inquiry, deductive reasoning, forensics, and sometimes sheer luck. With its...
by Cole Salao
Retroactive continuity is a literary device in which previously established information in a work of fiction is changed, ignored, or contradicted to suit the current story. Called a “retcon” for short, it’s mostly seen in works of serial fiction,...
by Cole Salao
Clive Cussler was an adventure novelist and marine explorer who was best known for his novels, 20 of which became New York Times best sellers. Most of his works frequently feature the National Underwater Marine Agency (NUMA), which is a fictionalized version of a...
by Cole Salao
If you’re writing fantasy, then you know how much there is to consider when it comes to worldbuilding. One of the most important things you’ll need to consider is your magic system. Magic is a fundamental element of fantasy. Think of magic as an equivalent...
