Chris Gliddon 
Product managers, and PMPs use the term “user story” in agile. The word “story” is so overused, that it’s similar to the word “love” – both have many different meanings. Stories could be Snapchat posts, great books, documentary films, or (in the case of a user story) a communication tool. But what is a user … Read more
Many stories (especially ones with subplots) can become quite complex in terms of their composition. But regardless of whether it is a short story or a great novel, each of these stories follow a famous dramatic structure: Freytag’s Pyramid. In this article, we’ll talk about this famous story structure and how it can make your … Read more
Transmedia storytelling is the process of creating and sharing content or a story through various media and communication platforms. So, how do you do it?
Have you watched any documentary films lately? Unlike other films, documentary films are made to capture reality. Most of them aim to educate, inform, or maintain a historical record in some cases. Because of its nature, documentary films appeal differently to some viewers. The process of creating one is also different and requires a lot … Read more
Most animals are well-known for specific characteristics like the way they walk, sound, or move. Sometimes, humans also use these characteristics to describe their actions, especially in stories. This way of describing is actually a literary device used by writers, which is known as Zoomorphism. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at this … Read more
You might have read stories that appear to be simple but embodies a more profound and broader meaning – something with a hidden message. This writing style is a literary device used by authors to enhance and add color to their literary pieces. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at one of the … Read more
Thinking of getting a gift for a writer in your life but don’t know what to get? No worries. We know the struggles of shopping for gifts, especially if you want to give something unique. That’s why we put in the work in creating a list to help you get ideas of what to get … Read more
If you’ve been to university (or are currently attending one), you have encountered academic writing. Most students and professors I know could confirm that making that final dissertation paper is perhaps one of the most tedious but insightful experiences of academic writing. What is academic writing? Academic writing is a writing style used mainly to … Read more
Social media has become a staple in spreading messages and stories around the world. We can all agree that is hasn’t been here too long ago (unlike print ads and TV commercials) but it has taken the world by storm in so many ways. In this article, we’ll look at what makes a great social … Read more
What exactly is a short story? A short story is a fictional piece of prose that has a fully developed theme and a series of linked-incidents that is set to evoke a “single effect” or mood. In literature, when we talk about a short story, we mean a fictional narrative of between 1600-2000 words. Short … Read more