Many authors had regular jobs before their work made it big. Stephen King was once a high school janitor, while Charles Dickens was a shoe polish factory worker. But did you ever wonder what Brian Jacques did before he got the idea to write Redwall? Brian Jacques worked several jobs before becoming a best-selling author. […]
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F. Scott Fitzgerald was an American writer most known for The Great Gatsby. Despite the success of his works and the esteemed reputation currently surrounding him, Fitzgerald wasn’t always labeled as a great writer. Critics labeled him an irresponsible writer due to his alcoholic and playboy tendencies; through most of his life, his only steady
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We all know the Grinch as the lead character in the 1957 children’s book How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Since then, there have been three movies of the said book. The first animated film featured the song You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch, but did you ever wonder who wrote it? The author of the
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With the film Dune Part One out, many people have been heading back to the origin of the feature. As of November 15, 2021, the film has grossed about $353 million worldwide. But what was the story behind Frank Herbert’s novel? Frank Herbert was talking to a friend from the Quileute Tribe whose lands were
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Familiar to many because of the original 1925 American classic novel and its numerous film adaptations, The Great Gatsby continues to be F. Scott Fitzgerald’s most famous work. The Great Gatsby is an authentic reflection of Fitzgerald’s life and not only that, but it also shares many plot similarities to the short story of his
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There are 25 books in Lee Child’s Jack Reacher series. The novel is based on the story of a former major of the United States Army Military Police Corps. The series has sold over 60 million copies worldwide and is still in publication. But did you know how Lee Child decided on the main character’s
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Charles Dickens is one of the greatest authors of modern times. He gave us classics like Oliver Twist and Great Expectations. But did you know that his A Christmas Carol had a significant impact on the lives of those who read it? Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” influenced many people since its publication. It promoted generosity
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Clive Barker is one of the most esteemed contemporary literary authors. Specializing in fantasy and horror, most of his works combine the two elements. Many of his famous works have their film adaptations, making Barker contribute to filmmaking and screenwriting. In a Grantland article, Clive Barker reveals that he worked previously as a male prostitute
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The seventies and eighties were great eras that produced some of the best artists we know and love. One artist, in particular, was Rick James. James led a super-freak lifestyle. But did you know he had a close encounter with Salvador Dali in Hawaii? Salvador Dali and Rick James both attended the same dinner party
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George Orwell was known for his significant contribution to literature. He wrote six novels and several essays in his time. One of his notable works is the book Animal Farm. But did you know the controversy behind his work entitled 1984? The torture chamber in George Orwell’s novel 1984 was named Room 101 after a
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