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A Compelling Villain Is All About the Backstory

For as long as there have been heroes, there have been villains. It’s an inescapable fact. Of course, it also just makes sense to have a foil to the protagonist. Honestly, who wants to read about the good guy living his normal day to day? Almost no one. That’s boring. …
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Interview with Charmaine Ross, Author of Magic Claimed

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Magic Claimed: Cursed Shifters Book 1? I love writing reverse harem as well as building dystopian worlds that explore the different realms of magic, different shifters, and Fae (All super sexy of course). If you had to pick theme …
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The Most Popular Middle Grade Comics as Chosen by Students

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. As a high school librarian, it’s a great time to be a fan of comics. There are so many amazing ones out there it’s nearly impossible to keep up. I love putting new …
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Interview with J.J. Gonzalez, Author of The Starstrike

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Starstrike? I was recovering from some health issues at the time I started writing The Starstrike. Issues I wasn’t expected to face at my age. The idea of a strong heroine who rapidly ages began to manifest and …
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Interview with Sarah Forester Davis, Author of Her Name is

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Her Name is Hazel? The characters of Killian and Hazel came to me while driving my kids to school one day. Their story takes place in my hometown, and each day a little bit more of their story would …
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Interview with Sidney Son, Author of Through the Abyss

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Through the Abyss? I wanted to present thoughts and ideas in an entertaining way that get readers thinking about the world. If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Through the Abyss, what would they …
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Interview with Alexi Venice, Author of Hawaiian Paradise Surprise

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Hawaiian Paradise Surprise? While watching the athletic, handsome surfers in Molokai, Hawaii one afternoon, I experienced a burst of creativity to write a romance featuring Nash Denning, a legendary surfer, and Jill Cabott, a bestselling author. Jill is reluctant …
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Interview with Jaydeep Shah, Author of Boondocks

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Boondocks (Survive the Doom #1)? This is a great question. I grew up watching Hindu mythologies and folklores, and Indian horror shows. I always wanted to write something about Indian myths, but I knew I’m not good at it. …
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Interview with Graham Fluster, Author of I Guess We’re Heroes

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write I Guess We’re Heroes? My interest in writing began with tabletop roleplaying games, with my favorites being Dungeons & Dragons, D20 Future, and GURPS. I loved creating vast and detailed worlds for the player characters to interact with, and …
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Interview with Metin Murat, Author of The Crescent Moon Fox

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Crescent Moon Fox? The struggles of the Turkish Cypriot community in Cyprus during Colonialism and Independence; the stories of the illiterate rural women; the search for identity. If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for June 14, 2022

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. VIZ Media Today’s edition of Daily Deals is sponsored by VIZ Media. Today’s Featured Deals $2.99 The Girl With All the Gifts by M. R. Carey Get This Deal $1.99 Coraline by Neil …
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Interview with Tyler Richardson, Author of Juggling Bullies

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Juggling Bullies? I am a public middle school teacher, and I wrote my bullying story because I was always telling it to students to help them if they were struggling. It always seemed to give them hope, so I …
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The History of the Cherokee Phoenix, the First Native Language

It’s February of 1828. The Cherokee Nation, which spreads across several southern states, is being pressured by the United States government to either move west of the Mississippi River or to end their tribal government and cede their treaty rights to the United States. In the Nation’s capital of New …
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Interview with J.S. Lark, Author of The Secret Couple

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Secret Couple? I love writing intense emotions between characters, drawing the reader into the characters’ journeys. That was true for the romantic fiction that I wrote as Jane Lark, and those stories always ended up quite dark. So, …
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Mystery, Thriller, & Suspense Books to Read

09 Jun 2022 Mystery, Thriller, & Suspense Books to Read | June 2022 Don’t miss out on these exciting new mystery, thriller, and suspense books that are perfect to add to your reading list this spring! Check out these new books by bestselling authors J.S. Lark, Joe Rothstein, Thomas Scott, …
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9 LGBTQIA+ Magical Realism & Fabulism Books to Read Right

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Magical realism and fabulism are having a moment in pop culture — it’s a nice escape from the present world to be able to see a world that looks almost like ours, but …
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Romance Reads You’ll Love

09 Jun 2022 Romance Reads You’ll Love | June 2022 In the mood for a new romance read this week? Check out our favorite new romance paranormal and romantic suspense books from bestselling authors Olivia Castillo, MK Harkins, Sawyer Bennett, Ali Hazelwood, Tessa Bailey, and Lilian Monroe. Enjoy your new …
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New Literary Fiction Book Recommendations

09 Jun 2022 New Literary Fiction Book Recommendations | June 2022 Looking to add to your literary fiction list this June? Check out these new novels by bestselling authors Harmony Reed, Metin Murat, Lee Jackson, Leila Mottley, Judith Keim, and Natalie Jenner. Enjoy your new literary fiction book recommendations! Spitting …
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New Science Fiction & Fantasy Books to Read

09 Jun 2022 New Science Fiction & Fantasy Books to Read | June 2022 Have you been searching for some exciting new sci-fi and fantasy reads? You’ll be able to explore fantastic new worlds with these amazing new releases from bestselling authors Jules Adrienn, C.B. Lyall, Michael Anderle, Graham Fluster, …
Mormon Wives Star Jessi Draper Reacts to Marciano Brunette Romance Speculation
Mormon Wives Star Jessi Draper Reacts to Marciano Brunette Romance Speculation
Justin Bieber Coachella 2026 Weekend 2 Highlights: Billie Eilish One Less Lonely Girl & More
Justin Bieber Coachella 2026 Weekend 2 Highlights: Billie Eilish One Less Lonely Girl & More
58 Mega-Popular Songs Musicians Regret, Cringe At, Or Straight-Up Hate Performing
58 Mega-Popular Songs Musicians Regret, Cringe At, Or Straight-Up Hate Performing
Derek Hough Pitches Kristen Bell For Dancing With The Stars Partnership | Celebrity Insider
Derek Hough Pitches Kristen Bell For Dancing With The Stars Partnership | Celebrity Insider
Bold & Beautiful Spoilers for What Happens This Week (April 20-24)
Bold & Beautiful Spoilers for What Happens This Week (April 20-24)
Lee Cronins The Mummy | Miroirs No. 3 | The Blue Trail
Lee Cronins The Mummy | Miroirs No. 3 | The Blue Trail
Nicolas Cages Widely Acclaimed 2021 Thriller Is Leaving Netflix 
Nicolas Cages Widely Acclaimed 2021 Thriller Is Leaving Netflix 
FernGully Gets a Live-Action Remake
FernGully Gets a Live-Action Remake
Angela Bassetts Favorite American Horror Story Character Was Based On A Real Person – TVLine
Angela Bassetts Favorite American Horror Story Character Was Based On A Real Person – TVLine
Daytime TV Performer of the Week: Y&Rs Courtney Hope Delivers Dramatic Turn With Surprise Pregnancy
Daytime TV Performer of the Week: Y&Rs Courtney Hope Delivers Dramatic Turn With Surprise Pregnancy
Tia Carreres Forgotten Tomb Raider-Style Series Is Streaming For Free – TVLine
Tia Carreres Forgotten Tomb Raider-Style Series Is Streaming For Free – TVLine
Christina Applegate Might Not Have Tomorrow Amid Reported Hospitalization
Christina Applegate Might Not Have Tomorrow Amid Reported Hospitalization
Tory Lanez Sues California Prison System Over Inmate Stabbing
Tory Lanez Sues California Prison System Over Inmate Stabbing
PinkPantheress Brings Out Janelle Monáe, Zara Larsson & More During Coachella Set
PinkPantheress Brings Out Janelle Monáe, Zara Larsson & More During Coachella Set
5 Death Metal Bands Whose Third Album Is Their Best
5 Death Metal Bands Whose Third Album Is Their Best
Oasis, Metallica, and Bad Bunny Named Tours of the Years by Pollstar
Oasis, Metallica, and Bad Bunny Named Tours of the Years by Pollstar
Leadership and Success Tips: Business Books – NewInBooks
Leadership and Success Tips: Business Books – NewInBooks
Legends & Adventure: Fantasy & Sci-Fi Reads for You – NewInBooks
Legends & Adventure: Fantasy & Sci-Fi Reads for You – NewInBooks
Interview with C.L. Gaber, Author of The Order of Odd Brilliance – NewInBooks
Interview with C.L. Gaber, Author of The Order of Odd Brilliance – NewInBooks
Interview with Deborah J. Lightfoot, Author of Adverse Reactions – NewInBooks
Interview with Deborah J. Lightfoot, Author of Adverse Reactions – NewInBooks
We Channeled the '90s in Guess For Coachella Weekend – Starting at
We Channeled the '90s in Guess For Coachella Weekend – Starting at $29
I Spent an Afternoon With an Aritzia Stylist—My Spring Wardrobe Has Never Looked Better
I Spent an Afternoon With an Aritzia Stylist—My Spring Wardrobe Has Never Looked Better
Pretty Dresses, Tops, and Sandals From Nordys End of Season Sale
Pretty Dresses, Tops, and Sandals From Nordys End of Season Sale
Ive Been Binge Watching Euphoria—Ive Tracked Down Every Single One of the Shows Best Outfits
Ive Been Binge Watching Euphoria—Ive Tracked Down Every Single One of the Shows Best Outfits
Movie Review: The Paranormal | Blu-ray | HNN
Movie Review: The Paranormal | Blu-ray | HNN
A MOTHERS RECALL, a haunting psychological horror film from Black Mandala | HNN
A MOTHERS RECALL, a haunting psychological horror film from Black Mandala | HNN
Short Film Reviews: Online Block #3 Cockroach and more. Panic Fest 2026 | HNN
Short Film Reviews: Online Block #3 Cockroach and more. Panic Fest 2026 | HNN
Film Review: Bear (Panic Fest 2026 Coverage) | HNN
Film Review: Bear (Panic Fest 2026 Coverage) | HNN