by Cole Salao
Mystery stories had a great start in short fiction. Just look at Edgar Allan Poe’s works, which established the detective story. Each story is a bite-sized piece of suspense that races you towards an explosive, often twisty conclusion. They’re the perfect stories to...
by Cole Salao
Not all role models need to be real people. In the world of fiction, certain characters become enduring symbols of virtue. These are the characters you want to emulate, whether you’re a child or an adult. Sometimes, they exude sheer badassery, while other...
by Cole Salao
Like fantasy, science fiction is known to be quite heavy. However, plenty of science fiction authors have found their initial success through short fiction. You’ll find most of these stories published in anthologies and magazines, especially when pulp magazines...
by Cole Salao
Language—with all its oddities and variations—can often lead people down amusing paths. One such path is the crash blossom, a headline so confusing and weird that it will leave you scratching your head. Crash Blossoms Crash Blossoms gained its name when editor Mike...
by Cole Salao
Jealousy is a tricky emotion that often leads people toward irrational thoughts and actions. The conflict it breeds tends to stick around and further damage an already strained relationship. It’s an emotion that has fueled countless narratives in literature, film, and...
