Welcome to Pen & Sword, a blog by two fans of all things reading and writing.
Join us for updates twice a week as we ramble about our favorite reads, bemoan the struggles of being an aspiring author, and discuss anything else related to the lovely world of literature.
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I Want To Talk About Stephen King: Adaptations Part 1
I can do whatever I want on here, as long as it’s vaguely writing or reading related. Today we’re gonna talk about Stephen King, and you’re gonna like it. Everyone, no matter what, has seen at least one movie or… Continue reading
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UNSCHEDULED: I’m In Tumbleweird!
Dropping by unscheduled to do a virtual happy dance because Tumbleweird’s Volume 10 Issue 9 is out. And I’m in it!!!! This is my very first time being published, and in print too! Not only was Sara Quinn, Tumbleweird editor,… Continue reading
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The Disappointing Queer Representation in “A Fragile Enchantment”
It felt like it took me weeks to get through one of my most recent reads, A Fragile Enchantment, by Allison Saft. There’s a lot I could talk about with this novel, from the disappointing political endeavors, the poor characterization… Continue reading
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The Art of the Short Story
If you suffer from bibliomania like me, you may be entitled to compensation. You’ve probably also noticed in your strolls through the book aisle of every store you enter that trends are getting easier to recognize. I don’t mean trends… Continue reading
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The Relationship Between Inspiration and Boredom
I’ve talked recently about my current writer’s block slump that I’ve been trapped in. It’s no fun, let me tell you, to have lots of ideas and no clue how to put them anywhere. I have a few projects plotted… Continue reading
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A Book-Related Tattoo Tour
This is my (our) blog, so I can talk about whatever I want. Today, I want to talk about tattoos. If you’ve seen a picture of me, you know I’m an enthusiast to put it mildly. While I hold to… Continue reading
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Dude, This Writing Thing is Hard
Maybe blame my sleep addled procrastinating brain for this one, but this week we’re doing a little bit of a rant. Writing is rarely sunshine and rainbows for most of us, and let’s talk about that. We are surrounded by… Continue reading
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Writing is Like Friendship: Don’t Force It
For anyone who’s ever tried writing as either a hobby or profession, the experience of writer’s block and burnout are known by all. Having the right reaction and tools to handle this inevitability is possibly the most important component of… Continue reading
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UNSCHEDULED: I’m Going to be Published!
Hello few and dedicated readers! This is a short unscheduled post to announce that it’s finally happened. A magazine has accepted my submission! It’s been my short-term goal this whole year to get a short story published. I’ve spent hours… Continue reading
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The Art of Fan Fiction
I’m sure I’m not alone when I say that a lot of my practice in writing comes from fan fiction. I spent some formative years on FanFiction.net with my brother, reading, writing, and roleplaying in our favorite worlds. My most… Continue reading
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