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5 Cliched Story Plots to Avoid

As November marks the beginning of National Novel Writing Month and creators everywhere are embarking on their imaginative journies, many are sinking into overdone writing pitfalls.…

November 13, 2021

Hallmark. (Illustration by Eri Iguchi, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

8 Festive Hallmark Films To Watch This Holiday Season

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

Don't stress about missing the best Christmas movies airing this winter. This list will help you find the perfect holiday love story.…

December 9, 2020

In an article about love triangles, an illustration of a woman attached to two men

Why the Love Triangle Trope Is the Worst and How To Make It Better

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

This plot device is one of the most overdone romantic clichés out there. Should it be left behind, or is there a way to make it new again?…

August 29, 2020

Busts of famous poets in an article about poetry

How To Write Poetry When You’re Just Starting Out

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

Writing a poem can be a terrifying process. Here are some tips to make the journey easier.…

May 13, 2020

More Popular Than Ever, Noirvember Celebrates Film Noir 10 Years On

Matthew Robison, University of South Florida

Time to break out the fedora and a pack of cigarettes while imitating your favorite hard-boiled detectives.…

November 14, 2019

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