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Writer vs the World

In search of beauty, inspired by literature.

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The impact of COVID-19 and 2020 on contemporary storytelling

If 2020 hasn’t been wild enough, have you ever thought about what it will be like for authors who are writing stories SET in 2020 (in full or part) in the future?

November 29, 2020November 29, 2020 by Sara

Gothic Literature at Large

Since the weather is starting to take a turn and pop culture will start to focus on its spooky roots, it’s clearly time to resurrect this very… Read more “Gothic Literature at Large”

September 6, 2017 by Sara

Gothic Literature At Large – October 2015

I had to sneak another edition of Gothic Literature at Large in this season because, well, it’s timely! I can’t believe it’s already October. This has been… Read more “Gothic Literature At Large – October 2015”

October 9, 2015 by Sara

Gothic Literature at Large – September 2015

Well, it’s that time of year again. The time when the leaves fall, the colors change. The last flash of beauty before the barrenness of winter. I… Read more “Gothic Literature at Large – September 2015”

September 17, 2015September 17, 2015 by Sara

Vancouver and the Modern Gothic

Gothic literature has risen to mainstream, though many people may not recognize it in its current form. You can find it in books, in film and in… Read more “Vancouver and the Modern Gothic”

July 23, 2015 by Sara

Gothic Literature at Large – February 2015

It’s been a couple of months, but here is my latest edition of Gothic Literature at Large. I have found references to the Gothic in some strange… Read more “Gothic Literature at Large – February 2015”

February 6, 2015February 6, 2015 by Sara

The Plain-Jane Hero(ine) vs. The Superhero(ine): A Study in Divergent Story Archetypes

When you look back upon the literature that was published in previous decades or centuries, it is possible to comprehend what the big issues of the time… Read more “The Plain-Jane Hero(ine) vs. The Superhero(ine): A Study in Divergent Story Archetypes”

July 31, 2014 by Sara

The Villain’s Truth: Origin Stories

Please note: There may be plot spoilers in this post. Read on at your own discretion.  In a previous post, I expressed my enthusiasm for villain origin stories.… Read more “The Villain’s Truth: Origin Stories”

June 27, 2014June 27, 2014 by Sara

A Monstrous Interpretation of Dracula

Last night I sat down with great anticipation to watch NBC’s Dracula. It was a perfect addition to my monstrous month of all things monster-ly! With my… Read more “A Monstrous Interpretation of Dracula”

October 26, 2013October 26, 2013 by Sara

Another Round of Awesome Commercials

It’s time for another round of awesome commercials. This time, I’m focusing on commercials that are using a character to sell the product. What makes a commercial… Read more “Another Round of Awesome Commercials”

July 7, 2013July 7, 2013 by Sara

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