Talking Classics Review
Fionnbharr Rodgers discusses Talking Classics, philosophizing about the telling of stories is what inherrently connects people throught different ages and imagines what an ancient Roman might have to say if he walked among us for a day.
A New Take on a Gothic Classic
The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein by Kiersten White is a mad scrabble fall into the richly reimagined Gothic world of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Framing Victor’s betrothed as the key figure of a narrative originally disproportionately occupied by brooding men, the story is given fresh life through a feminist lens.
The Declining Quality of Romantasy Books: What Changed?
A discussion on the current trends in the Romantasy industry.
A Fairytale for Everyone
Review of The Puppets of Spelhorst , the first installment in the Norendy Tales series.
Dave Rudden Welcomes you to the Rising
Fantasay author Dave Rudden discusses his newest book Sister Wake.
Delving into his past he relects on how he has always been a story teller and how he brought the world of Sister Wake to life.
The Attention Economy: Don’t blink your life into focus
In her newest essay, Foley discusses the way in which we let social media disrupt our life, our focus, and our peace.
An Unpredictable Hedgerow Maze
Our latest book review of Hazelthorn. Simon discusses this YA queer romance novel, ripe with body horror, mystery, and some angst.
Made for the mannequin: problems associated with a vacant acceptance of fast fashion
Fast fashion. Popular? Yes.
Sustainable? No.
Foley dives into the world of ill-fitting, poorly made clothes. She discusses current trends, single-use outfits, and the blatant acceptance of this industry.
Sexism Viewed Through a Gothic Horror Lens
A review of The Empusium. For those who enjoy gothic horror, Simon assesses the novel and discusses plot, characters, and female vengeance.
Discussing Poetry with Award-Winning Poet Catherine Ronan
Catherine Ronan dicusses her relationship with poetry, sharing her creative process and also the mediums in which she likes to present her poetry. Whether you consume her poetry in written form or go to hear Catherine read, her’s is one of the voices you should not miss out on.
Kylie Jenner’s Meta Glasses: a sneak peak into fashion’s latest direction
A new product: Meta Glasses. Foley brilliantly dissects all the problematic aspects of this gadget from privacy issues to the loss of an authentic self.
Queer Dark Academia Meets Monster Horror
Book Review of Don’t Let the Forest in by Leslie Simon
Eoin Ryan on: Connection Through Music
Eoin shares his journey as a musician, talking about the artists that influenced him and the places he started out at in his hometown of Limerick. Speaking openly about the Irish music scene he reflects on the connections people make through music.
Next Exit: An Interrogation of Blind Spaces in Contemporary Literature
In her newest essay, Foley discusses the makeup of the Dystopian Novel, examining how this genre fuels our need for escapism.
The Plight of the Performative Male; pseudo-intellectual and cultural magnet
The ‘performative male’ is one of pop culture’s newest contrived personas. In her essay, Foley discusses how this elaborate mating call reflects on gender roles and puts femininity itself under a microscope.
Dystopian Author Shares Insight into Debut Novel
Interview with dystopian author, Tom O’Connell. We discuss the inspiration behind his debut novel, Lichtenberg.
Some Tales with Tish
Interview with author, Tish Black. We explore her writing process, her published novel, and future writing projects.
Old Tales with a New Twist
Interview with fairytale author, Lynden Wade. We discuss her writing, her approach to new stories, and the support she has found in other writers.
Meet the Artist Creating Comics about Medieval Nuns
Interview with British-Irish cartoonist, Emily McGovern. We explore her artistic process, her current webcomics, and discuss upcoming projects.