By Caitlin Taylor So Did you reach your reading goals for 2024? If not, don’t stress. With 2025 mere moments away, you can aim high for the coming year, striving to read and discover more incredible books and stories. Reading goals look different for everyone. For many, that could simply mean finishing a specific, arbitrary […]
By Caitlin Taylor So Did you reach your writing goals for 2024? If not, consider heading into 2025 with a new approach. It’s always best to start the new year aiming high and adapting as the months roll on as you figure out what works well for you. Maybe you want to submit to a […]
By Jessica Berg When it comes to our narratives, we all feel the weight of an invisible audience on our shoulders. An esteemed editor lurking in the shadows, shaking their head at your em dash misuse. Your rockstar agent, sipping espresso, silently judging your lack of “marketable stakes.” That one future reader who will absolutely […]
By Caitlin Taylor So This coming Lunar New Year (January 29) ushers in the Year of the Snake, the sixth zodiac animal. While the snake often represents evil and temptation in the West, they’re instead associated with good fortune, rebirth, and longevity in the East. In the spirit of the Year of the Snake and […]
As we wrap up our Thanksgiving festivities and look forward to finishing the year off strong, you might be looking for books that capture the holiday spirit you hope to emulate. At Uncharted, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to spread some holiday cheer to you all, our beloved readers. With frightful weather, the possibilities are […]
By Jessica Berg The Writing Personality Quiz: What Type of Writer Are You? Do you know your “writing personality”? You already know you’ve got voice, style, and a favorite genre to write in. But knowing how you approach writing is a complete game changer. The truth is that every author brings a specific vibe to […]
By Caitlin Taylor So As we head into October, you might be itching for a thrill. Here at Uncharted, we’ve got you covered. After you read these five YA psychological thrillers, you might want to hide under your covers… Welcome to Ellingham Academy, a private school in Vermont founded by tycoon Albert Ellingham for the […]
By Caitlin Taylor So The end of summer may be upon us, but who says you still can’t transport yourself to an island tropical or otherwise? Here are five YA books you should pick up if you’re longing for an unforgettable getaway (in every sense of the word). Claudine Henry has her future plans set […]
Cayce Osborne’s debut mystery/thriller, I Know What You Did, has been called “A whip-smart and thoroughly engaging psychological thriller, with a highly memorable protagonist and a brilliantly original narrative concept.” I’ve had the pleasure of reading early drafts of several of Cayce’s manuscripts, and I’ve loved every one. Her writing is inviting and easy to […]
By Caitlin Taylor So You’ve heard what your friends are talking about. You’ve passed by the table at Barnes & Noble. You’ve watched the TikToks. So, what’s new on BookTok? Justin and Emma find each other and connect because they have the same curse: every person they date finds their partner for life the second […]
By Jessica Berg Oh, adjectives and adverbs! We love to use them, especially in zero drafts. They’re accessible, quick, and easy, and they help us get the story out of our minds and onto the screen/page. But are they doing our writing any good? Probably not – at least not in the final version of […]
By Caitlin Taylor So Artificial intelligence is on the rise and everyone’s mind as another chatbot or generative AI application emerges on every site you use or engage with. But have you met these AI characters? Check out these YA books (written by real humans!) that take place in worlds powered by artificial intelligence and […]