Category: Writing

Horror writers can take their scary stories to the next level by creating the right atmosphere. It can make the difference between an “okay” story and a “wow” story. But what is atmosphere, in a horror writing context? And how […]

Flash fiction comes in and out of style but never really fades away. As long as humans have short attention spans or limited leisure time, flash fiction will have its place in the world. In this guide, we’ll explore the […]

A lot of aspiring horror writers have a hard time starting a story. They have an idea for the story and maybe some character outlines. But when they sit down to actually start writing it … creative paralysis. Does this sound […]

Have you ever encountered a horror story that kept you nervously guessing and turning the pages until the very end, to find out what happens? That’s suspenseful horror. But how does one go about writing such a story? How can horror […]

Horror short stories come in many shapes and styles. Some follow traditional story structures while others experiment with unorthodox forms. But an aspiring writer has to start somewhere. This guide explains some of the most common story structures used in […]

A good setting can take your horror story to the next level, creating realism and pulling the reader into your fictional world. It can also make a scary story even scarier, by depicting an eerie or unsettling atmosphere. But what is […]

Have you ever read a scene in a horror story that literally gave you chills? Or made the hairs on your arms stand up? Or made you double-check the doors to be sure they were locked? If so, you’ve experienced skillful horror […]

If you’re thinking about writing a post-apocalyptic short story or novel but don’t know where to begin, you’ve come to the right place. Welcome, doomsday scribe. In this guide, we’ll explore some of the most important elements found within post-apocalyptic […]

If you’re going to write a zombie or post-apocalyptic novel (as opposed to a short story), I recommend using one of the traditional structures. This is especially important for new and inexperienced writers. The novel structures listed below have been […]

Welcome to the zombie virus workshop! I created this guide for fiction writers who want to build a story around a zombie virus or similar disease outbreak. Here’s what you’ll find in this guide: We’ll get started in just a […]