For horror writer's like myself, these kinds of posts are perfect. They not only offer insights into the dark minds of other horror writers, but also offer advice and inspiration to fuel our own writing. What follows is Sam Mortimer's lowdown on getting a feel for writing dystopian or post-apocalyptic fiction.101 Damnations Sam Mortimer Let us count the ways civilization could fall, and how humanity would be doomed to a broken existence. That’s typically what writing dystopian … [Read more...]
#AuthorToolboxBlogHop: Poetry Writing Tips Part 1
The #AuthorToolboxBlogHop is a monthly event on the topic of resources and learning for authors. Feel free to hop around to the various blogs and see what you learn! The rules and sign-up form are below the list of hop participants. All authors at all stages of their careers are welcome to join.To continue hopping through other great blogs in the monthly #AuthorToolboxBlogHop or to join, click here.In Part One of my Creative Nonfiction (CN) tips, I defined the different types of … [Read more...]
Dread: A #Horror Collection available in PRINT! Please spread the word. ;) #Amreading
Lexa Cain is the wonderful host of this meme, so go HERE to sign up and find the other hoppers. Then each Friday, post on your blog something you wish to celebrate, or have achieved / or are doing that week.Today I'm celebrating the launch of the print edition of DREAD: A Horror Collection What's DREAD? For the past few months I've been rewriting horror shorts. Mostly because I've been too busy (or ill) to write new stories (although I'm chuffed to say I now … [Read more...]
August 2017 #IWSG: My pet peeves when about reading/writing/editing #AmWriting PLUS Liebster Award
Purpose: To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds!Posting: The first Wednesday of every month is officially Insecure Writer’s Support Group day.The awesome co-hosts for the August 2 posting of the IWSG are Christine Rains, Dolarah @ Book Lover, Ellen @ The Cynical Sailor, … [Read more...]
The Seven ‘Easy’ Steps To #Writing #Horror Guide by @BrentTAbell #amwriting #amreading
Welcome to my blog! If you haven't stopped by to read Brent Abell's words of wisdom--WHY?--then prepare to learn something about writing horror, horROR, HORROR!The Easy Bake Horror Writing Guide Brent Abell Okay, put the mixing bowls back up in the cupboard and hang the apron back on the hook next to the cabinet.There is no easy bake guide to writing not only horror, but anything. Honestly, there is nothing easy about writing in general. When you sit down and begin to add … [Read more...]
Celebrate: 7 Steps To Write Bestselling #HorrorFiction #AmWriting
Bleak woods, a lonely grange, sinister shadows, menacing howls, a sense of gloom and a fear of the unknown – horror has forever been one of the most captivating genres of fiction. Millions of people like to read it, and hundreds of thousands of those want to write it.As captivating as it is, writing horror is far from simple. Creating completely unreal creatures and presenting them in realistic, believable settings is a tricky job. Expecting the reader to imagine a fictional ghost with fangs … [Read more...]