Talha Bin Tayyab 
Title: The City of BrassAuthor: S. A. ChakrabortyPublished: 2017Publisher: Harper VoyagerPages: 544Format: PaperbackGenres: Fiction — Fantasy, Historical Fantasy, Adventure, Middle Eastern Mythology, MagicBuy Book About Author When I first read The City of Brass, I felt the same wonder I once experienced while doing a discovery of witches book review or diving into the hobbit … Read more
Some mornings I wake-up ready to write, but on other days, the discipline feels far away. I tend to wait, cogitate, and even agitate before anything appears on paper. When deadlines and internal pressure build, it becomes imperative to get words on the page. I’ve learned that being productive doesn’t always mean writing everyday; sometimes … Read more
When people ask if a metal roof is noisy in the rain, I often compare it to writing a novel it’s all about structure and creativity. Just like an author carefully plans every plot and character, a roofer designs layers that shape how sound travels. The elements involved from insulation to underlayment decide the real … Read more
What is a hook? Before you can learn how to be a good storyteller, you need to master the hook — the opener that instantly grabs attention. Whether you’re crafting a social post, a YouTube video, a fundraising pitch, or even a cold email or DM, your first few words decide everything. In my experience, … Read more
When I first began writing, I struggled to understand how pace could shape a story. Every writer knows that whether you’re crafting novels, a short story, a screenplay, or even a musical or creative non-fiction, the way your story moves is incredibly important. Over time, I learned that pacing isn’t just about speed—it’s about control, … Read more
Storytelling has always been at the heart of being human—it’s how we connect, how we make people feel seen and understood. I’ve often noticed that a story can resonate across time and cultures, bridging gaps between audiences who may never meet. Whether through writing, social media, or live presentations, the art of storytelling creates powerful … Read more
Author: Erin MorgensternPublished: 2011Publisher: DoubledayPages: 387Format: PaperbackGenres: Fiction — Fantasy, Magical Realism, Romance, Historical Fantasy, MysteryBuy Book About Author When I first read The Night Circus, I became fascinated not only by the story but also by its creator — Erin Morgenstern. Born on July 8, 1978, this American novelist and multimedia artist has a … Read more
Author: J. R. R. TolkienPublished: 1937 (first published September 21, 1937)Publisher: George Allen & UnwinPages: 310Format: PaperbackGenres: Fantasy — Adventure, Classic, FictionBuy Book About Author J. R. R. Tolkien came from a line of English ancestors whose story stretches far beyond the familiar pages of The Hobbit. The Tolkien family had roots in East Prussia, … Read more
“Magic is desire made real.” by Deborah Harkness, A Discovery of Witches Author: Deborah HarknessPublished: 2011Publisher: Penguin BooksPages: 579Format: PaperbackGenres: Fiction — Fantasy, Paranormal, Romance, Urban fantasy, Fantasy romance, Paranormal romanceBuy Book About Author When I first read A Discovery of Witches, I couldn’t help but sense how deeply personal it felt—like the work of someone who truly lived in the … Read more
“I am going to keep on defying you. I am going to shame you with my defiance. You remind me that I am a mere mortal and you are a prince of Faerie. Well, let me remind you that means you have much to lose and I have nothing. You may win in the end, … Read more
