First-time writers entering the zombie genre sometimes focus on the zombies themselves while neglecting their human characters. This can result in flat or uninteresting characters that fail to engage the reader. But you can avoid this problem by using some […]
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How to Start Writing a Novel, Once You Have an Idea for the Story
Do you have an idea for a novel, but you’re not sure how to start writing it? Need some help getting your story ideas onto the page? You’ve come to the right place. In this blog post, I’ll explain how […]
10 Types of Science Fiction Books: Sci-Fi Subgenres With Example Works
People have tried to categorize the different types of science fiction books for a long time. But the thing is, this genre tends to defy categorization. By its very nature, sci-fi pushes the boundaries of literature. It breaks the “rules.” […]
Types of Speculative Fiction Novels, With Examples for Each Subgenre
Are you a writer preparing to delve into speculative fiction? Or a reader looking to expand your horizons within the genre? You’ve come to the right blog! We’re about to take a deep dive into the different types of speculative […]
Do You Need to Know Science to Write Sci-Fi Stories or Novels?
Do sci-fi writers need to know a lot about science? Do you need some kind of scientific expertise in order to write science fiction stories or novels? And just how much science needs to be in a sci-fi tale? These […]
YA Horror: The 17 Scariest Books for Young Adults and Teens
What are the scariest books for young adults and teens? That’s what I set out to determine last week. As it turns out, a lot of people feel that Anna Dressed in Blood, The Girl from the Well, and Asylum […]
The Scariest Horror Novels of All Time, According to Multiple Lists
The Haunting of Hill House. The Exorcist. House of Leaves. It. According to popular opinion, these are some of the scariest horror novels of all time. Read on to learn how I came to this conclusion… A couple of weeks […]
What Is a Sci-Fi Thriller Novel, and How Do You Write One?
What is a sci-fi thriller novel, exactly? And how do you go about writing such a book? What makes these books different from “regular” science fiction? What are some of the best examples of sci-fi thriller novels? If you have […]
Dissecting the Top Five Scariest Horror Movies of All Time
Last year, the film review site Rotten Tomatoes published a top-ten list of the scariest horror movies ever made. The RT staff began by compiling a longer list of what they considered to be the most frightening horror films of […]
How to Start a Sci-Fi Story or Novel
How do you start a sci-fi story or novel? This is a common question among aspiring science fiction writers, and with good reason. After all, you can’t reach the finish line until you take your first steps. The truth is, […]