A Behind-the-Screens Spotlight: Life at Metaphor Publications
An epistolary-style, peek behind-the-screens into the lives of the publishers. We cover AI book-marketing scams, copyright infringement + a very adorable cat.
The Chosen One: Why Fantasy Can’t Quit This Trope
Why does the Chosen One trope endure? Explore its ancient roots, its modern reinventions, and why readers never tire of a destined hero.
What Makes Any Story “Character-Driven?”
Character-driven fiction puts people before plot. Here's what defines the style, why readers connect with it so deeply, and a few character-driven stories to read next.
How to Co-Author a Book With Your Spouse (Without Divorce)
When people discover that Michael and I write books together, the reactions split fairly predicably between two camps...
How to Get Original Short Stories for Free!
Free short stories, updates on What God Has Ordained — now available for pre-order, publishing October 1st — and more! We're on the hunt for smart, word-hungry subscribers to our newsletter---have you signed up yet? If not, slide your eyes over to the…
Classic Fantasy, Modern Storytelling: The Legacy of Chandar
Classic fantasy roots, modern sensibilities. Discover where The Legacy of Chandar lands — and why we chose epic escapism over ambiguity.
Meet Coralin: Paladin Knight of What God Has Ordained
She’s a priestess, a paladin knight, a mystic, and a romantasy heroine — and she’s been living in my head for longer than I’d like to admit. Allow me to introduce her properly. If you’ve been following along here at MetPub,…
The History of Fantasy Literature: A (Brief) Journey Through Time
From Gilgamesh to Game of Thrones, fantasy has always reflected its times. Trace the genre's evolution across thousands of years of storytelling.
The Dark Side: Exposing AI-Driven Book Marketing Scams
AI-powered scams are targeting indie authors. One almost fooled me. Here's how to spot the red flags and protect yourself and your book.
Your Favorite Romantasy Style
So, as we put the final touches on our upcoming epic romantasy series, we thought we'd ask: what's your favorite romantasy style of fiction? Is it: We'd love to hear your views on what makes a good romantasy or romantic fantasy story. What turns you on…