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Portal-Quest Fantasy: The Door We Keep Wanting to Open

Portal-Quest Fantasy: The Door We Keep Wanting to Open

by D.P. Martinez

Discover why portal-quest fantasy—from Narnia to Neverwhere—keeps us craving escapes to magical worlds.

Origins of Common Fantasy Tropes in Western Literature

Origins of Common Fantasy Tropes in Western Literature

by D.P. Martinez

Discover the surprising origins of popular fantasy tropes—from chosen ones to magical schools—and the books that started it all.

Beyond Vampires and Werewolves: Unusual Creatures in Urban Fantasy

Beyond Vampires and Werewolves: Unusual Creatures in Urban Fantasy

by D.P. Martinez

Discover the unusual creatures of urban fantasy—golems, river gods, gargoyles, and more—beyond vampires and werewolves.

Top Historical Fiction Novels

Top Historical Fiction Novels

by D.P. Martinez

Explore 15 must-read historical fiction novels—5 classics and 10 modern works—each with a synopsis and historical setting.

Historical Fiction: Time Travel Through Storytelling

Historical Fiction: Time Travel Through Storytelling

by D.P. Martinez

Discover the world of historical fiction—its subgenres, classic works, and why it still captivates readers today.

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Diego Pineda / D.P. Martinez is a contemporary fantasy author specialising in urban fantasy and magical realism. He has written hundreds of articles and several books across both fiction and non-fiction.

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