BOOK VERSUS FILM: The Girl With All The Gifts
The Girl With All The Gifts About ten years ago the story of a fungal virus ravaging the world, the end of civilisation, and a… Read More »BOOK VERSUS FILM: The Girl With All The Gifts
Home »
Dystopian November
7 Great Utopian Books We Should All Be Reading
Utopian literature is a wonderful, rich genre full of inspiring books that can greatly benefit the reader. The following seven titles are just a sample… Read More »7 Great Utopian Books We Should All Be Reading
What Will Be The Next Popular Trend In Dystopian Novels?
On this last day of Dystopian November, here’s some really interesting data (below) compiled by Goodreads on what’s gone before in this fascinating sub genre. I… Read More »What Will Be The Next Popular Trend In Dystopian Novels?
Book Versus Film: 12 Reasons Why THE HUNGER GAMES Works As Both
The Hunger Games Many thanks to the lovely Yvetta Dourin, who has thrown her hat in the ring and broken down why she likes both… Read More »Book Versus Film: 12 Reasons Why THE HUNGER GAMES Works As Both
INFOGRAPHIC – 5 ‘Go To’ Themes For Dystopian YA Novels
Here’s another great infographic, this time on the various themes and backdrops Dystopian YA seems to fall back on. It’s made me realise I seem to… Read More »INFOGRAPHIC – 5 ‘Go To’ Themes For Dystopian YA Novels
Why I Love The Female Characters In The 100
With the end of Dystopian November in sight, I thought I’d repost this great insight into the female characters on The 100 from Shauna, who… Read More »Why I Love The Female Characters In The 100
Which Dystopian World Do YOU Belong In? (Quiz)
So, if you’re wondering which dystopian world YOU belong in … wonder no more and TAKE THIS TEST. (Of course some would argue we already… Read More »Which Dystopian World Do YOU Belong In? (Quiz)
Top 4 Dystopian Archetypes You Need To Know
Many, many thanks to Olivia Brennan for this fab case study. By shining a light on this film, she’s done a brilliant job of breaking… Read More »Top 4 Dystopian Archetypes You Need To Know
Top 10 Deplorable Dystopian Worlds
Many thanks to Emma Pullar, who’s done a BRILLIANT and in-depth rundown of the top 10 dystopian worlds you simply must read if you want… Read More »Top 10 Deplorable Dystopian Worlds
BOOK Love – 5 Reasons To Love Riddley Walker by Phil Williams
Riddley Walker finds an iron-age civilisation rebuilding a world ravaged by nuclear war, with the titular hero scavenging technology from a forgotten time. Confused interpretations… Read More »BOOK Love – 5 Reasons To Love Riddley Walker by Phil Williams
Top 5 Quotes For Creating Your Own Dystopian World
I love this from the unstoppable Hina Malik, who’s providing some great writing insights – not just for authors, but us readers who love dystopian… Read More »Top 5 Quotes For Creating Your Own Dystopian World
DYSTOPIAN NOVEMBER: Chat with playwright and screenwriter Lisa McMullin
My first play, SIREN SONG, was produced at the Lion and Unicorn Theatre in 2013. My second play, the dystopian drama, RAPTURE, was previewed at… Read More »DYSTOPIAN NOVEMBER: Chat with playwright and screenwriter Lisa McMullin
