The Importance Of Sub-genres

The Importance Of Sub-genres

It seems silly to suggest that something as broad as a genre must have a tiered system. After all, everyone knows what is meant by fantasy, right? What else is there to say on the matter? Well, an awful lot to tell you the truth! There’s high fantasy and low fantasy,...
The Real Life Witchcraft of Macbeth

The Real Life Witchcraft of Macbeth

England 1603: A paranoid Scottish King comes to the English throne. Believing a coven of witches were trying to kill him, he develops an obsession with Witchcraft, leading to the killing of thousands by fire, noose and torture. He also has a taste for theatre and...
A Little Half Term Reading

A Little Half Term Reading

With half term upon us, and possibly cooped up, a good way to use some time can be to delve into a book. There’s a lot out there, though. So a couple of recommendations might come in handy. As such, here are two reading recommendations I put forward…...
Reading For Your Wellbeing

Reading For Your Wellbeing

When was the last time you took some time out, curled up on the sofa with a cup of tea, and began reading a book? It is a kind of indulgence many people constantly claim they just don’t have time for, but the benefits to mental health and wellbeing can be well...
A History of Comics – The Finale!

A History of Comics – The Finale!

I must admit that when I was a teenager feeling a little bit of a maverick enjoying American comics, I never could have dreamed how mainstream the world of superheroes, both Marvel and DC, would become in the 21st century. I mean – Lego Batman!!! Folk who write...
Visualisation: A Powerful Tool for Academic Success

Visualisation: A Powerful Tool for Academic Success

Although you might not consider yourself to be a creative person, every human being is born with a powerful imagination. This is because our imagination serves an evolutionary purpose: it is designed to keep us alive. Our imagination allows us to creatively find...