Connecting Your Real-World Experiences to Fantastical Worlds
In a post on the Stage 32 blog, John Mezes says joining your personal history and a fantastical world can help you explore and...
Fantasy as a Revolutionary Act
In a post on the SFWA blog, Samuel Poots says that real-world history can provide important backstory and plot for your science fiction and...
Every Writer Should Try Horror
In a post on Writers Helping Writers, Savannah Cordova says that writers in every genre could learn a lot by writing a horror story....
Oh Mama! What Writers Can Learn from this Horror Movie
In a post on her blog, Janice Hardy examines what writers can learn by studying the horror movie Mama. "The basic premise is this:...
Repurposing the Hero’s Journey
In their latest episode, the Writing Excuses hosts examine where N.K. Jemisin’s The Fifth Season fits into the canon of fantasy literature. They ask: How...
Even Monsters Need Motivation
In a post on ScreenCraft, Seth Sherwood offers advice on providing backstory and motivation for your horror movie monster. "They cannot simply exist to...
Top Tips for Mystery Fiction Writers
In an article for Writer's Digest, Harry Hunsicker shares his top tips for writing modern day detective fiction, four to cover the basics and four...
Tips for Writing Children in Danger
In an article for Writer's Digest, Jen Craven shares four principles for writing stories about children in danger. "As a writer, there’s a unique...
Supporting Characters are the Life Blood of Your Mystery
In a recent post, Zara Altair examines the importance of supporting characters in a mystery novel. "These characters, often underestimated, play pivotal roles in...
Suspense is for Every Genre, Not Just Thrillers
In a post on Writers Helping Writers, Michelle Barker offers tips for creating suspense in any genre. "Suspense is an essential element in any...
