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Horror Writing Q&A: The Survival Guide for New Writers

4 days ago
16 min

Horror Writing Q&A: The Survival Guide for New Writers

Unleash terror on the page! Master the art of horror writing with our horror writing Q&A. All your burning questions answered.

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9 post show, don't tell fiction writing series

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Writing Fantasy? Keeping it Simple, Stupid

Jun 28
7 min

Writing Fantasy? Keeping it Simple, Stupid

What's the Rush? Why You Should Hold Off Publishing the First Book in Your Fantasy Series

Jun 18
7 min

What's the Rush? Why You Should Hold Off Publishing the First Book in Your Fantasy Series

Over-Complicated Fantasy Writing: The Problem

Jun 17
8 min

Over-Complicated Fantasy Writing: The Problem

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The Importance of Science Fiction in Times of Crisis and Its Place in a Brave New World

May 25
3 min

The Importance of Science Fiction in Times of Crisis and Its Place in a Brave New World

TODD by Turi T. Armstrong

May 3
36 min

TODD by Turi T. Armstrong

The One Thing Great Science Fiction Writers Have in Common

Apr 24
7 min

The One Thing Great Science Fiction Writers Have in Common

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Horror Writing Q&A: The Survival Guide for New Writers

4 days ago
16 min

Horror Writing Q&A: The Survival Guide for New Writers

Journey into Dark Minds: The Must-Read Horror Novels Every Writer Should Know

7 days ago
18 min

Journey into Dark Minds: The Must-Read Horror Novels Every Writer Should Know

Your Horror Subgenre Handbook: Where Does Your Terrifying Novel Fit in the Genre?

Nov 15
9 min

Your Horror Subgenre Handbook: Where Does Your Terrifying Novel Fit in the Genre?

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In Defense of Writing Tropes Part 2: The Bad Boy Trope

Jun 2
12 min

In Defense of Writing Tropes Part 2: The Bad Boy Trope

In Defense of Writing Tropes Part 1: The Love Triangle Trope, Three is NOT a Crowd

May 31
9 min

In Defense of Writing Tropes Part 1: The Love Triangle Trope, Three is NOT a Crowd

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Mystery Writing Mastery Q&A: Fiction Editor Answers All Your Burning Questions

Oct 31
14 min

Mystery Writing Mastery Q&A: Fiction Editor Answers All Your Burning Questions

From Beginner to Sherlock: Your Path to Mystery Writing Mastery Starts With These Essential Reads!

Oct 25
16 min

From Beginner to Sherlock: Your Path to Mystery Writing Mastery Starts With These Essential Reads!

Choosing the Right Niche: Navigating the Mystery Subgenres for Authors

Oct 23
8 min

Choosing the Right Niche: Navigating the Mystery Subgenres for Authors

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Thriller & Suspense Writing Q&A: Most Asked Questions Answered

Oct 4
6 min

Thriller & Suspense Writing Q&A: Most Asked Questions Answered

Thriller & Suspense Essential Reading List for Writers

Oct 3
15 min

Thriller & Suspense Essential Reading List for Writers

Suspense & Thriller Subgenres: A Complete Guide for Choosing A Niche for Your Thriller Story

Oct 1
9 min

Suspense & Thriller Subgenres: A Complete Guide for Choosing A Niche for Your Thriller Story

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Historical Fiction Q&A: The Most Asked Questions About Writing in the Genre

Aug 24
14 min

Historical Fiction Q&A: The Most Asked Questions About Writing in the Genre

Essential Reading for Historical Fiction Writers: Get to Know Your Genre

Aug 18
13 min

Essential Reading for Historical Fiction Writers: Get to Know Your Genre

Choosing Your Subgenre of Historical Fiction: A Complete Guide

Aug 14
8 min

Choosing Your Subgenre of Historical Fiction: A Complete Guide

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The Great Big Action & Adventure Fiction Writing Glossary: Everything You Need to Get Started

Aug 2
24 min

The Great Big Action & Adventure Fiction Writing Glossary: Everything You Need to Get Started

The Most Asked Questions About Writing Action & Adventure Fiction Answered

Jul 26
8 min

The Most Asked Questions About Writing Action & Adventure Fiction Answered

How to Add Depth and Meaning to Your Action Adventure Story with Themes and Motifs

Jul 25
9 min

How to Add Depth and Meaning to Your Action Adventure Story with Themes and Motifs

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