Literature & Writing
874 sites
https://raamdev.com/
Raam Dev is a personal blog featuring short, reflective journal entries on life, intention, and mindfulness, with posts spanning several years. The writing is philosophical and introspective, encouraging readers to focus on present-day choices rather than distant future planning.
https://tehuan.neocities.org/
Tehuan presents a hauntingly poetic piece of experimental prose, staging a surreal encounter between a bear and a bull on a smoldering, timeless field. The writing is visceral and atmospheric, blending scriptwriting conventions with literary fiction to pull the reader into a strange, mythic moment.
https://lyer-online.neocities.org/
Lyer Online is a personal Neocities site built by the creator known as Lyer, featuring writing, graphics, shrines, and a manifesto alongside a distinct old-web aesthetic with ASCII and braille art. The site includes sections for resources, an archive, a guestbook, and planned shrines including one for Superman 1978, making it a rich personal corner of the indie web.
http://rusf.ru/english
A comprehensive English-language portal dedicated to contemporary Russian science fiction and fantasy, featuring dedicated sections for prominent authors like the Strugatsky Brothers, Sergey Lukyanenko, and Nick Perumov. Edited by Dmitriy Vatolin and active since 1996, the site offers bibliographies, interviews, reviews, and SF award information, making it a rare gateway for English-speaking readers into the world of Russian speculative fiction.
https://springhole.net/writing/does-my-character-idea-work.htm
Springhole.net offers a detailed writing guide by LRC that helps authors evaluate whether their characters are believable, well-rounded, and free from common pitfalls like the overused 'Mary Sue' trope. The article walks writers through eleven self-diagnostic questions covering everything from character flaws and organic storytelling to emotional boundaries between creator and creation.
https://blog.rachelbinx.com/
Rachel Binx runs this thoughtful personal blog featuring annual reading lists, essays on technology, culture, and work, and reflections on topics ranging from information theory to the modern web. Each post digs into the books and ideas shaping her thinking, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in non-fiction, design criticism, and contemporary culture.
https://oatcakes.neocities.org/
Book Bunny Burrow is a cozy reading blog run by Kiri, a self-described book-loving critter who writes about her literary journey, with a particular focus on Lord of the Rings and the Redwall series. Visitors can expect warm, personal reflections on books and reading culture, musings on creative writing, and the occasional ramble about baking bread or Final Fantasy XIV.
https://beeks.cool/
Beeks.cool is a charmingly eclectic personal site where the creator, Beeks, publishes "rambles" on topics ranging from blank VHS slipcase art and dark rides to Tamagotchis, Linux, and car songs. The site also features found photos, thrift hunting adventures, cross-stitch projects, and a collection of digitized home videos, making it a cozy corner of the old web full of offbeat curiosity.
https://zoejazz.com/
Zoe Jazz is an Orlando-based author, filmmaker, and crayon artist who shares her creative work including a book, short stories, and unique crayon art. Her site offers a window into a multifaceted creative life, complete with a blog, newsletter, and guestbook.
https://home.bway.net/ebalasba/bookmarks/artsampentertainment_literature.html
A personal bookmarks page focused on literature, science fiction, and fantasy, featuring links to authors like Eric Flint, Tad Williams, and Elmore Leonard alongside resources like Project Gutenberg and the Baen Free Library. Converted from a browser bookmarks file in 2004, it offers a curated snapshot of an SF/fantasy reader's favorite web destinations from the early internet era.