Character analysis teaches us to read with intention, to write with compassion, and to recognize ourselves on every page.

While ours isn’t an exhaustive list, it comprises some of the most popular mythical creatures from Africa to Asia, Europe, Oceania, and the Americas.

Here are some exciting books like Harry Potter if you’re craving more magical schools and young heroes to fill that Hogwarts-shaped void.

So, are you a fiction or non-fiction writer who’s stumped on what to write about? Here are some unusual sources of inspiration to fuel your creativity.

As a man, my opinions in this piece stem from a place of concern for the dwindling participation of male folk in bookish communities and the literary space as a whole.

There is a trend where adaptations of existing art end up being bastardized or, at best, turn out satisfactory. But somehow, the Little Mermaid beat the allegations.

The purpose of this article is to declare a State of Emergency regarding the worrying state of fantasy movie and show adaptations.

How habits from games influence our real lives — helping with discipline and teamwork, but sometimes leading to stress and unhealthy competitiveness. 

African novels deserve to be narrated by African voices—not only for authenticity but also to preserve the integrity of the stories.

Despite the occasional criticism that good vs evil fantasy narrows the genre’s scope, its timeless appeal can spawn many new, exciting stories.

Whether or not you choose to lie about the number of books you’ve read is very much your business. However, if you get shown up when it’s time to talk about said books, you shouldn’t complain.

From Masobe to Narrative Landscape and Penguin Random House South Africa, here are the top 9 publishers of African Literature.