Fiction & Messages for Modern Readers | LegendHaven 2024
What sorts of stories and messages are ‘modern’ readers hungry for? Watch the replay with Allison Ramirez, Gabriella Batel, Christina Weigand, and Zephyr Thomas.
The way we tell stories is evolving, but the bones are still there – timeless themes that hit the human core. Genres are multiplying like rabbits; cozy fantasy? Cozy horror? Yep, they’re here. But there’s a risk: narrow genres can box you in, keep you from reaching the masses. Here’s the deal – books still own the depth game. There’s TikTok, there’s Netflix, but they don’t touch the soul like a well-written page. That’s why audiobooks are blowing up – people can “read” while driving, doing dishes, whatever. The power of a good story? It’s not just to entertain; it’s to make you feel seen, to whisper “I get you” in a world screaming for attention. When you mix the beauty of art with action, you create stories that stick. And don't forget – we’re co-creators, making worlds that leave people better than we found them. Use fiction to show faith, to show struggle, to show real life – not some cookie-cutter fantasy. That’s the power of storytelling.
Allison Ramirez: https://author-allison-ramirez.com/
Gabriella Batel: https://www.gabriellabatel.com/
Christina Weigand: https://www.weigandchris.com/
Zephyr Thomas: https://zmthomas.com/
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