
In The Red Mother (2020), Danger Lurks in Plain Sight
In Jeremy Haun’s 2020 graphic novel The Red Mother: Volume One, a young woman’s cursed vision holds the answer to a dark mystery.

Evil (2019): The Dark Comedy with a Surprising Message
How Evil uses horror, humor, and friendship to make viewers reconsider their opinions on faith and science.

A24’s The Green Knight (2021) Strays From the Source Material—And it’s Brilliant.
David Lowery’s 2021 film, The Green Knight, takes an arthouse style approach to Arthurian legend: atmospheric, visually beautiful, and unquestionably disturbing.


How To Fall in Love With Reading Again
When doom scrolling dominates our lives, how do we fix our focus and rekindle our love of books? The secret isn’t as simple as turning off the phone.

These 4 Prompts Can Improve Your Writing
These 4 changes can take your writing from “blah” to “yeah!”

10 Prompts to Strengthen Your Writing
Whether you’re an experienced writer or just starting out, sometimes all that’s needed is a simple prompt to jump-start your creative engine.

What Stardew Valley Teaches us about Storytelling
Stardew Valley's narrative charm lies in its celebration of everyday life.

Self-Publishing 101
Indie publishing can be a rewarding but challenging endeavor that requires a full-time commitment. Before deciding if it's the right choice for you, consider the need for research, planning, and dedication to successfully navigate the process.


The Terrible Legacy of Danvers State Hospital
Psychiatric hospitals have a dark history that has inspired real and fictional horror.