12 Books about Parties That Go Incredibly Wrong

12 Books about Parties That Go Incredibly Wrong

Parties are rarely simple things in fiction. It’s a setup that never seems to go old when it comes to mysteries and thrillers. You know the trope. Friends, families, or even colleagues gather for what is supposed to be a fun event. However, things quickly go south as...
13 Fantasy Short Stories for Quick Reads

13 Fantasy Short Stories for Quick Reads

Fantasy fiction is known to be chunky due to the amount of worldbuilding and exposition it requires. But it’s also one of the most versatile genres out there, able to fit within the constraints of poetry and short fiction.  While there’s less worldbuilding in...
13 of the Best Mystery Short Stories You Need To Read

13 of the Best Mystery Short Stories You Need To Read

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...
15 Fictional Role Models To Inspire You

15 Fictional Role Models To Inspire You

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...
15 of the Best Sci-Fi Short Stories of All Time

15 of the Best Sci-Fi Short Stories of All Time

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...