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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.

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.

A Reader’s Guide to Psychological Fiction

A Reader’s Guide to Psychological Fiction

by D.P. Martinez

Explore psychological fiction: its history, key books, and tips for reading stories that dive deep into the human mind.

When Books Hit the Screen: Adaptation Theory vs. Fan Expectations

When Books Hit the Screen: Adaptation Theory vs. Fan Expectations

by D.P. Martinez

Why book-to-screen adaptations clash with fan expectations—and what adaptation theory reveals about change in fantasy stories.

Genealogy Fiction: Stories That Bring Family History to Life

Genealogy Fiction: Stories That Bring Family History to Life

by D.P. Martinez

Discover genealogy fiction—novels that uncover family secrets, ancestry, and identity across generations.

Best Literary Fiction Books: A Reader’s Guide

Best Literary Fiction Books: A Reader’s Guide

by D.P. Martinez

Discover 20 of the best literary fiction books, classics and modern gems, with summaries, themes, and notes on readability.

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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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