Fiction writers may spend a sizeable chunk of their time doing research. As a SciFi author, I wasn’t sure that I could expose myself to many experiences that would help me understand my technology better. The answer came to me in the shape of floating tanks.
Read MoreDid you know some writers train to write better by using writing rituals? Back when I was still defining my process, I struggled to find the time to write. I thought I must have been suffering from writer's block. Turns out, I just needed the help of a writing ritual. These are the three lessons writing routines taught me.
Read MoreAh, tropes. Those recurring themes, motifs, and even clichés always present in creative works. Since I’ve started working on Book 2 of the Refurbished Saga, I decided to study superhero tropes closer to better understand the book I will produce. Here’s the categorization of superhero tropes that resulted from my research.
Read MoreWhen it comes to character-focosued stories, the best way to structure your novel is by keeping in mind your character’s motivations, by keeping their goals and motivations in mind and how these will change throughout the story. That’s why I created the “Trials, Victories, and Consequences” Method to plot my novels.
Read MoreSpeculative Fiction is a world full of mixed genres and fantastical elements. Learning how to identify it in literature can help you apply it to your own writing. Here you will learn the definition of Spec-Fic and a few tricks to identify it.
Read MoreHere are my biggest takeaways from writing school.
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