by Cole Salao
English is weird—even experts in the language agree. Though a sentence can look and sound bizarre, it is probably still grammatically accurate. What’s the weirdest, most tangled English sentence you’ve ever encountered? Chances are, there’s plenty more where that came...
by Cole Salao
Stories aren’t just about the hero and villain. To create a well-rounded narrative, plenty of supporting characters act as foils. They shine a light on the main characters but also become iconic story elements. One such character is the comic relief, who is...
by Cole Salao
There is plenty to appreciate about the Philippines—the food, the history, the people, and its stories. With such a rich heritage, Filipinos in and outside the country have distinct worldviews that often make their experiences unique. This extends to Filipino authors....
by Cole Salao |
In storytelling, villains are often painted as the epitome of evil, representing all that the heroes are against. However, when you come of a certain age, you realize that things aren’t that clear. Just because villains are bad guys doesn’t necessarily mean they...
by Cole Salao
With such a dangerous and scary world, people can’t help but think about when all this ends. Far from shying away from it though, many people embrace the discomfort and fear of losing the world. From the horrors of mass destruction to the resilience of humanity,...
