What are some other good ASOIAF houses for fan fiction apart from the main ones?

The Starks are great for fan fiction. Their strong family bonds, sense of honor and the large number of interesting characters within the house, like Arya, Jon Snow and Sansa, offer a lot of material for creative stories. You can explore themes of revenge, loyalty and survival through their eyes.

Zubaan is an interesting publishing house. It not only focuses on women writers but also on stories that deal with gender issues, family, and society through the medium of fiction. Speaking Tiger has been making a mark in the Indian publishing scene with its carefully curated list of fictional works. They support new and emerging voices. Karadi Tales, on the other hand, has been delighting children with its simple yet charming fictional stories for a long time. It has a great reputation for its illustrated children's fiction books.

Akashic Books. They are known for their diverse and edgy publications. They might be interested in a tell - all story that has a unique perspective or is set in an interesting part of the city or within a particular subculture.

Asmodeus is also a demon name from fiction. He is often associated with lust and excessive desires. In some fictional works, Asmodeus uses his powers related to sexual temptation to ensnare humans, and his character is often used to explore the themes of human weakness when it comes to physical desires.

Project Gutenberg. It has a large number of classic literature texts which can be converted into audiobooks using text - to - speech software. It's a great resource for those who want to explore classic fiction in audio form but are on a tight budget. There are countless classic works available, from different eras and regions.

One that's not as well - known but really good is 'The Mahabharata Secret' by Christopher C. Doyle. It combines the Mahabharata with modern - day mystery. Also, 'My Gita' by Devdutt Pattanaik is an interesting take on the Bhagavad Gita in a more accessible and fictionalized form. And 'Ahalya' by Kavita Kane, which tells the story of Ahalya in a very engaging manner.

A lesser - known but great EMP prepper fiction book is 'Surviving the Collapse' by James Wesley, Rawles. It offers a different perspective on post - EMP survival with some unique survival strategies. Another one is 'EMP: End of the Grid' by Mark Goodwin. It has an interesting plot that keeps you engaged while also teaching some valuable prepping lessons.

A unique marketing promotion for fiction could be creating a podcast related to the book. You can discuss the story, the characters, and behind - the - scenes details. This can attract listeners who are interested in the genre and then lead them to the book. Another option is collaborating with local artists to create merchandise related to the book, like posters or tote bags. It can help spread the word in a more creative way.

How about 'Zephyr'? It's not a very common name but it gives a sense of freedom and airiness, which could be great for a character who is carefree or has a spiritual side. 'Niamh' is also an interesting choice. It has Irish origins and a unique sound that can make your main character stand out. And 'Orion' is a name with a celestial touch, perfect for a character who is destined for great things or has a connection to the stars.

One interesting trope is the 'Time - Travel' trope in a fantasy context. It allows for complex plots and different eras to be explored. The 'Elemental Magic' trope, such as characters having control over fire, water, air, or earth. And the 'Mythical Creature as a Companion' trope, like having a dragon as a friend and ally in the story.