So, today I want to broach the topic of love – and sex – in fiction. Writers, when crafting a non-romance fiction story involving a romance subplot,… Read more “Romance – Subtle or Hot?”
Tag: Fiction
Plotting against the Grind
Who is that pictured in the image above? Well, besides Qui Gon and young Obi-Wan from the gone by days of the Star Wars prequels, it’s none… Read more “Plotting against the Grind”
Tackling Short Fiction
So…we’ve talked quite a bit about writing novels. What if your story can be told in fewer than 40k words? What if only 5k – or fewer… Read more “Tackling Short Fiction”
Author Shoutout #2!
A massive thank you to author C.D. Muller for sharing their fantasy novel, “The Necromancer’s Dragon” and DN Carter for historical fiction debut, “Outremer I”! “The Necromancer’s… Read more “Author Shoutout #2!”
You are your Most Important Critic
What are YOUR writing goals? Building a name for yourself? Sharing your created worlds and characters with others? Escaping for a bit? Making extra money to escape… Read more “You are your Most Important Critic”
Indie Author Shoutout #1!
Greetings all, and please join me in checking out the work of five wonderful indie authors for our first Indie Author Shoutout! For your work to appear… Read more “Indie Author Shoutout #1!”
Inspired – Apex Five
Real talk – what inspires you? With the release of the official book trailer for sci-fi debut Apex Five, I’d like to ask you all a question:… Read more “Inspired – Apex Five”
India: A Worldbuilding Inspiration
Many writers, if not most, draw inspiration from real-life events and elements. For instance, I will be the first to admit that my sci-fi debut Apex Five… Read more “India: A Worldbuilding Inspiration”
To Fanfic or not to Fanfic?
Welcome to 2019, y’all! Let’s bring in the new year with a dash of real talk. Many of us who indulge in popular media – fiction or… Read more “To Fanfic or not to Fanfic?”
The non-Human Appeal
Happy holiday season, everyone! As 2018 draws to a close, I’ve decided to take this opportunity to discuss a trend I’ve noticed emerging this past year in… Read more “The non-Human Appeal”