Confessions of a dystopian author
Read all about my secrets, from the trivial to the more serious. To encourage and empower you in your own creative projects.
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Welcome to the dystopian digest
A blog covering dystopian book reviews, writing updates, and general dystopian musings (it's not all depressing, I promise...)
L. G. Jenkins
Sep 63 min read
The four best dystopian books I've read in 2024 (so far!)
The four best dystopian books I have read so far in 2024. From a classic dystopian novel to a booker prize winner.
L. G. Jenkins
Aug 304 min read
Five essentials for effective worldbuilding in dystopian books
Here are five essentials for effective dystopian worldbuilding: it begins with creating the concept for a dystopian society.
L. G. Jenkins
Aug 23 min read
A dystopian fantasy sequel: misconceptions, hatred and cancel culture
Three ways this new dystopian fantasy sequel builds on some key dystopian and societal themes
L. G. Jenkins
Aug 25 min read
Key dystopian tropes: regulation of arts, oppressive governments and self-exploration
Exploring the key tropes in dystopian literature and how a recent dystopian fantasy release measures up.
L. G. Jenkins
Jul 233 min read
What was the first young adult dystopia and why was it important?
With over 2 million ratings on Goodreads and coming out at 4.3 stars, The Giver By Lois Lowry has been hailed as a triumph in dystopian...
L. G. Jenkins
Jul 12 min read
1984: a new audio version of the classic dystopian novel
Reasons why I think Audible's adaptation of 1984 is a great alternative to reading the classic dystopian novel.
L. G. Jenkins
Jul 11 min read
Win a new dystopian fantasy novel: Sun of Endless Days Giveaway
To celebrate the release of Sun of Endless Days, a new dystopian fantasy novel, we're running a lil' giveaway! One lucky winner will get...
L. G. Jenkins
Jun 184 min read
Why is this dystopian book Divergent meets 1984?
Here are the reasons why Sun of Endless Days has similarities to two popular dystopian books - Divergent and 1984.
L. G. Jenkins
Jun 173 min read
A dystopian guide for young people: Divergent by Veronica Roth
Three life lessons young people can learn from Veronica Roth's young adult dystopian novel, Divergent.
L. G. Jenkins
May 33 min read
4 Different Trends for the Dystopian Book Cover
Explore four different trends of book cover design for the dystopian genre from simple symbols to city landscapes.
L. G. Jenkins
May 13 min read
Cli-fi and the Powers That Be: Exclusive Interview with post-apocalyptic and dystopian author, Alexia Muelle-Rushbrook
An exclusive interview with dystopian author, Alexia Muelle-Rushbrook about her trilogy; set in a post-apocalyptic world, these books have c
L. G. Jenkins
Apr 172 min read
Living the Difference: Exclusive Interview with Richard Frost
Living the Difference by Richard Frost is a story set in current times, but in a similar way to dystopian fiction, communicates messages of
L. G. Jenkins
Apr 152 min read
Cover reveal: A new dystopian tale where Divergent meets 1984
Well folks, you know it's been a long road for me this year but I am finally ready to reveal the new cover and title of my re-edition of...
L. G. Jenkins
Apr 153 min read
The Chaotic Effect of Thoughts on Relationship: A Dystopian Series in The Chaos Walking Trilogy
The first time I heard about the Chaos Walking trilogy was when the film trailer was released and as a confessed Tom Holland fan, I...
L. G. Jenkins
Apr 83 min read
The Demand for Perfection: A Review of the Dystopian Novel 'Q' by Christina Dalcher
One of the big reasons people like dystopian fiction is because of its critique on society. And Q by Christina Dalcher is no exception to...
L. G. Jenkins
Apr 83 min read
Why do people enjoy dystopian fiction so much?
For those who are not currently teenagers, do you remember the sudden surge in popularity for dystopian fiction in the late noughties and...
L. G. Jenkins
Apr 33 min read
The perfect dystopian series for teenagers: The Breaking Trilogy by Karen Langtree
Whether you're a teen or an adult reading their way through life, you’ll enjoy The Breaking Trilogy by Karen Langtree. Here's my thoughts!
L. G. Jenkins
Mar 222 min read
New ideas and a spin-off: Dystopian writing update
After a busy month, here are my latest dystopian writing updates, including an upcoming spin-off.
L. G. Jenkins
Mar 224 min read
Four episodes of Netflix's Black Mirror that are dystopian gold
Netflix's Black Mirror is a masterclass in dystopian fiction and here are four episodes that are dystopian gold.
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