Category: Blog
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Less Is More: The Art of Minimalist Worldbuilding in Fiction Writing
The best fictional worlds aren’t the ones explained in exhaustive detail. The most immersive storytelling often happens in the negative space, where readers feel as though they’re walking side by side with the fictional characters. That’s the quiet art of minimalist worldbuilding – it gives just enough for the world to become ‘real’, letting readers…
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Kindle Unlimited vs Kobo Plus vs Everand (Scribd): Which Subscription Service is Best for Readers?
The world of digital reading has changed a lot since subscription-based book services came about. They changed the way we enjoy books, giving readers the chance to dive into huge libraries for a simple monthly fee within a simple device. Still, each service has its own unique perks and drawbacks. If you are a passionate…
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Agatha Christie: The Pioneer of Cozy Mystery and Her Enduring Legacy
Agatha Christie is universally celebrated as the Queen of Mystery, but beyond that title lies her essential role as the pioneer of the beloved cozy mystery subgenre. Cozy mystery novels are marked by their charm, intellectual puzzles, and an inviting, often nostalgic atmosphere that offers readers not just a crime to solve but a glimpse…
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How to Choose Book Categories and Keywords to Help You Rank on Amazon
Amazon Kindle is nothing but a bookstore. Every book needs to be on a ‘shelf’, which is called ‘category’ there, and has a set of ‘tags’, which are the ‘keywords’. The categories tell the store where to file a book, and the keywords are the terms readers type when they’re looking for something. Selling books…
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New Ways of Writing and Sharing Fiction: A Guide to Web Novels
Web novels, also known as web fiction or web serials, refer to modern fiction serialization, which means sharing a story in exciting episodes – chapters or short arcs – released on a regular schedule that lets readers follow along in real time. It’s a fun way for readers to get new content directly and for…
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ST Presents: 9 Stellar Indie Sci‑Fi Books – From Icebound Odysseys to Alien Romance
To celebrate our recent guide – 66 Sci-Fi Tropes That Built The Future – we’re sharing a curated mix of indie sci‑fi reads that bend expectations. The indie scene is full of bold voices pushing the genre into new territory. Whether you crave desperate treks across a frozen Earth, scrappy crews seeking redemption in deep…
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Fiction Trends That Readers Are Falling in Love With
Fiction doesn’t stand still. Every year, readers seek fresh ways to be transported, and 2025 is shaping up to be especially vibrant. The rise of digital communities, indie publishing, and global streaming culture isn’t just changing what people read – it’s inspiring writers to experiment with form, tone, and narrative in exciting ways. If you’re…
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How to Overcome a Reading Slump: Practical Ways to Rekindle Your Love for Books
If you ever get to a point where reading feels just as much fun as peeling potatoes, welcome to the Reading Slump Club. Once one of the most rewarding, longed-for activities of the day, reading can suddenly seem like a chore. Nothing holds your attention, and you don’t want to finish (or start) any book.…
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E-Ink Tablets: The Best Kindle Alternatives to Empower Readers
If you’ve been feeling uneasy about Amazon lately, you’re far from alone. However, while some people can simply turn their backs and dismiss the company completely, for others, walking away can be a significant loss. The sting can be particularly piercing when it comes to Kindle Unlimited. Although there are other book subscription services like…
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7 Practical Tips to Help Writers Struggling with Depression and Low Motivation
Writing is not always a day at the amusement park, and when you’re feeling discouraged or depressed, so… There will be times – whether they are caused by work or other things in life – that you’ll find yourself deserted in the middle of your dreamland, surrounded by litter, collapsed and overgrown rides, graffiti-covered buildings.…