Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses getting a character's age across through experience, knowledge, and even sexual know-how.

Also a special notice! Ember and Stone, boo…

Don't judge a book by its cover. A great sentiment in theory...not so much in practice.

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses the importance of cover art, including how ch…

Did you know some people don't have inner monologues? Some individuals go throughout life without a voice in their head constantly commenting on what's happening.

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Ever heard the phrase "write what you know"? Ever wonder if some of your favorite authors heeded that advice and to what extreme?

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell shares some o…

Have you ever watched someone read a book you've already read? You know they're about to get to a really upsetting part, and you just can't look away? You have to see what their reaction is going to …

"Grown-ups" LOVE YA books. From The Hunger Games and Maze Runner to Twilight and Harry Potter, the vast majority of YA books are bought by adults between the ages of 18 and 64.

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Did you ever crawl into a wardrobe in the hopes of reaching Narnia? Or dream of running head-first at the wall between platforms nine and ten at King's Cross Station?

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Before Harry Potter landed on bookstore shelves, entire scenes, entire story arcs were rewritten. Ever wonder what our favorite books would have been like in their original forms?

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Need tips on surviving natural disasters and stranger danger? These five fantasy novels might help.

In this episode, Megan O'Russell shares the top five lessons in survival she learned from fantasy …

Imposter syndrome: the persistent inability to believe that one's success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved as a result of one's own efforts or skills.

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By horse, by train, or by dragonback, consistency in travel makes a story shine.

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses this particular obsession, sheds some light on how s…

Books, like scents, can trigger powerful memories. Some become ingrained in our yearly traditions. Others act as pinpoints in the timelines of our lives.

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan…

In the age of Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+, content bingeing is the new norm.

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses what makes a book binge-worthy and shares some of her fav…

You've been kidnapped. Your only hope for escape is to call on the crew from one fantasy novel.

In this episode of A Book and A Dream, Megan O'Russell discusses her top three picks for who would com…

Acting and writing are two forms of storytelling and the two passions that have driven Megan O'Russell's life.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child combines a fantasy series with Broadway magic in an …

Do you love books? Are you in the mood for a laugh? Join Megan O'Russell's journey as she dives further into the epic adventure of being an author, explores her love and obsession of all things book-…