Category: Fiction Writing
Urban fantasy is one of the most popular fantasy subgenres around. Defined as stories with magical or supernatural elements that take place in a contemporary city or town setting, the urban fantasy category includes the likes of authors such as Patricia Briggs, Cassandra Clare, Neil Gaiman and Jim Butcher. Its …
One of the first questions you need to answer when beginning a novel is: 'Whose perspective will I be writing from?' Depending on your genre, you may choose to take the common route of telling your story from a single perspective – that of your main character. However, there is …
Writing a single novel is a huge undertaking, so you can probably imagine the mammoth task that writing a series is... However, if you're considering writing a fantasy series, and are willing to put the work in, then this article is for you. Here, I explore 5 of the best …
You’ve done the hard work – you’ve written your book and now you’re looking to get it the recognition it deserves. This is the easy part, right? Well, yes it is, if you know what to do... Manuscript prizes typically ask for a sample of your work, as well as …
Today we're going to talk about one of the most divisive literary devices around: the prologue. As you probably know, a prologue is a section that appears before Chapter One in a book. The prologue is something separate from the main story, which always begins in Chapter One. Some readers …
Ahh, romance. Not only is it a massively popular genre of its own, it's also an extremely common element in countless other genres and categories – from literary fiction right through to sci-fi, fantasy and young adult fiction. However, writing romantic relationships isn't easy. Just because it's done often, doesn't mean …
When you're establishing a writing routine, there are so many things to consider. Should you aim to write for a set amount of time each day, or reach a set amount of words? Should you try to smash out a first draft as quickly as possible, or take your time …
Understanding your fiction genre, and its subgenres, lets you alter and conform with confidence. You want a book that works well with marketing and cover design, and you want your readers to feel, at the least, satisfied. Of course, adding your own unique flair is all part of the fun. …
