YA is one of the most popular and yet misunderstood categories of books.
But such a popular genre doesnβt come without the negatives. YA is crammed with harmful stereotypes and overused cliches.
Here are some of my most hated tropes in the genre.
The 7 Worst YA Fiction Tropes
How to Post on Instagram Efficiently
How to Post on Instagram Efficiently:
As someone who spends a lot of time on social media for both personal enjoyment and work, I know the importance of using your time efficiently for growth and engagement.
Running an account on Instagram goes far beyond just snapping a few quick photos and writing a caption. It involves brainstorming, setting up shots, posting stories, replying to comments, working on engagement strategies, organizing collaborations.
7 Atmospheric Books to Read this Winter
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… for reading. In the spirit of the season, I’ve put together a list of my favourite, most atmospheric christmassy, wintry or just cosy-feeling books.
Settle down by the fire with a cup of cocoa and a cosy book, perfect for a cold wintry evening.
Why Reading is the Best Self-Care
For as long as I can remember, I have used books not only as form of escape, but also as a way to release stress.
Books have always been my passion, but they are an effective form of self-care (one of the best!), whether you are an avid reader or not.
7 Tips to Catch up With NaNoWriMo
If youβre anything like me, you were overflowing with inspiration at the start of NaNoWriMo, but after the first few days of consistent writing, life got hectic, and writing took a back seat.
Maybe you’re a few days (or even weeks) in and you’re not sure how to catch back up.
Iβve compiled some tips that help me to catch back up when my writing falls behind, so that you can end NaNoWriMo on a high.
8 Best Classics for Beginners in the Genre
Some of the most engaging and rewarding books are classics, but it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by how well-known and well-loved they are.
So many people have strong and conflicting opinions on which classics to read and what you should think about them, that it can feel like a minefield.
Here are 8 of the best and most accessible classics to start out with:
How I Grew my Bookstagram Following From 0 to 6000 in One Year
One year ago, I was ready to take my passion for books to the next level. So I decided to enter a community Iβd been following for a few months- bookstagram.
Initially, I had very little idea about engagement, following or exposure.
6 Ways to Practise Self-Care as a Writer
Writing a book is a rewarding experience but creative work takes both time and energy.
It’s important to ensure you have solid self-care practises in place for your mental health. Before you sit down to the page, set some boundaries in place to ensure you finish in one (metaphorical) piece. This means creating practises that will protect your mental health and help you to avoid burnout.
8 Tips for Effective Study
Now that school has started up again, study time is upon us! With a lot of students studying online this year, it’s even more important to find ways to stay productive and motivated, from home.
Learning is a constant process, and can often feel overwhelming- stay on top of your study and build effective study habits with these tips:
