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‘Mad Magician’ Not Our Cuppa

On The Island of the Mad Magician: An Interactive Tale

By Eric Grissom, 2023

Via: Author Request

Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy

Pages: Your guess is as good as mine

Note: We received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Now hear this: Mom and I require a few things from a book in order to make the read worth our while. The must-haves are non-negotiable. As in, books we want to read and are most likely to finish must: 

  • Have strong writing
  • Have solid characterizations
  • Have a distinct beginning, middle, and end.
  • Have a coherent plot
  • Be error-free

5 Essentials

Books must also include the five essential elements of a story:

  • Setting: The time and location where the story takes place.
  • Characters: The main and supporting characters.
  • Plot: The key events that happen in the story.
  • Conflict: The main conflict, which can be internal or external.
  • Theme: The underlying message or meaning of the story.

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