Introduction to Magical Realism and Gabriel García Márquez “Reality is not always probable, or likely,” once said Jorge Luis Borges, a writer who paved the way for what we commonly call Magical Realism today. Now, if you’re an aspiring novelist wanting to improve your writing skills, or perhaps, you’re an established writer looking to experimentContinue reading “Mastery of Magical Realism: Celebrating the Legacy of Gabriel García Márquez”
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Freelance Writing 101: Key Tips to Kickstart Your Career
Finding Your Niche: The Intersection of Passion and Profit Ah, the eternal quest to find one’s niche. You might think that as a writer, your skill set is universal, applicable to anything that involves words on a page or screen. In a sense, you’re right—but specializing can be your best friend in the competitive worldContinue reading “Freelance Writing 101: Key Tips to Kickstart Your Career”
A Study in Adaptation: ‘Call Me By Your Name’
Introduction and the Art of Adaptation “Call Me By Your Name” is the sweeping tale of a summer romance between Elio and Oliver set against the lush backdrop of 1980s Italy. The film, directed by Luca Guadagnino, was showered with accolades and is considered a modern classic in LGBTQ+ cinema. But before it mesmerized audiencesContinue reading “A Study in Adaptation: ‘Call Me By Your Name’”
Page to Screen: The Adaptation of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’
The Timeless Novel: Harper Lee’s Magnum Opus “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee is a piece of American literature that has profoundly touched the hearts and minds of readers for generations. Published in 1960, the novel emerged at a crucial moment in American history. The country was grappling with the Civil Rights Movement, andContinue reading “Page to Screen: The Adaptation of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’”
Demystifying the Novel-Writing Process
Introduction: The Odyssey of Writing a Novel Ah, the mythical endeavor that is writing a novel. For many, it’s a life goal, almost akin to sailing uncharted waters or climbing Mt. Everest. Whether you’ve read Stephen King’s “On Writing” or lived vicariously through the experiences of famous novelists like J.K. Rowling, the aspiration remains—converting thoseContinue reading “Demystifying the Novel-Writing Process”
A.I. in Screen Trade 