Peevish Penman
The Villain: Confront This Before You Write You...
An author's journey from writing shallow villains to crafting complex antagonists by confronting personal victimhood, acknowledging shared fears, and embracing inner growth—transforming storytelling through deeper understanding of the villain archetype.
The Villain: Confront This Before You Write You...
An author's journey from writing shallow villains to crafting complex antagonists by confronting personal victimhood, acknowledging shared fears, and embracing inner growth—transforming storytelling through deeper understanding of the villain archetype.
The Cadillac of Typewriters
The Hermes 3000, known for its unique design and rich history, is a beloved typewriter among writers. With its sleek metal frame and iconic green color, this mid-century masterpiece continues...
The Cadillac of Typewriters
The Hermes 3000, known for its unique design and rich history, is a beloved typewriter among writers. With its sleek metal frame and iconic green color, this mid-century masterpiece continues...
The Trickster: A Character Archetype The World ...
You may be familiar with Loki or Coyote, a plethora of different versions of the trickster, but they all serve as a catalyst for change, upending the status quo, marching...
The Trickster: A Character Archetype The World ...
You may be familiar with Loki or Coyote, a plethora of different versions of the trickster, but they all serve as a catalyst for change, upending the status quo, marching...
The Nine Parts of Speech and the F-Word
Explore the nine parts of speech in a playful way with "fork" as the versatile word that fits every role—from nouns to interjections. This fun guide helps bridge gaps in...
The Nine Parts of Speech and the F-Word
Explore the nine parts of speech in a playful way with "fork" as the versatile word that fits every role—from nouns to interjections. This fun guide helps bridge gaps in...
First Robots in Fiction
Explore the origins of science fiction and its early portrayal of robots, from Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to Čapek’s R.U.R. and beyond. Discover how consciousness and emotions have shaped robots in...
First Robots in Fiction
Explore the origins of science fiction and its early portrayal of robots, from Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to Čapek’s R.U.R. and beyond. Discover how consciousness and emotions have shaped robots in...
Peevish Penman is excited to announce that we are now accepting book submissions for review. As a former librarian, I approach each book review much like writing a catalog record—meticulously learning enough about the book to answer the essential questions readers might have. My goal is to provide insightful, thoughtful reviews that reflect the heart of the book.
My personal preference is for independent science fiction and fantasy books, but I'm also open to reviewing horror, mystery, and any genre that provokes deep thought and contemplation. If you'd like me to review your book, please send a PDF version. I look forward to discovering stories that challenge the mind and expand the imagination.
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