Handling facts in science-based fiction

Posted on 08/16/2019 at 01:12 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

When you’re writing science-based fiction, handling facts can be tricky. That’s true whether you’re looking to invent a new reality...

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Tagged As: Fantasy, Joanna Penn, Science fiction, Writing advice

All the science-fiction writing tips that Writer's Digest has to offer

Posted on 08/14/2019 at 03:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Writer’s Digest has a new post on how to write a science-fiction novel, but the simplicity of that title undersells...

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Tagged As: Characters, Plot / narrative, Science fiction, Writer's Digest, Writing advice

Words of wisdom from sci-fi authors

Posted on 07/20/2019 at 12:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

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We stumbled upon a wonderful piece of writing advice from Anton Chekhov that seemed appropriate to share today: “Don’t tell...

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Tagged As: Science fiction, Writing advice

How to talk to the experts

Posted on 10/17/2018 at 02:52 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

A frustrating truth of research in many areas — including science — is that the most reliable sources aren’t always...

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Tagged As: Jane Friedman, Science fiction, Writing advice

How to weave modern politics into your fantasy or sci-fi novel

Posted on 08/17/2018 at 10:00 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

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On this day in 1945, George Orwell’s Animal Farm was published, so it’s fitting that author Jay Schiffman would reference...

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Tagged As: Fantasy, Politics, Science fiction, Writer's Digest, Writing advice

Author Q&A: Hugh Howey

Posted on 06/18/2018 at 10:00 AM by Jeffrey Bruner

Hugh Howey, founder of Author Earnings and writer of the Wool and Silo series

Best-selling author Hugh Howey is known not just for his literary works like the Wool and Silo series, but also...

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Tagged As: Amazon, Author interview, Kindle Unlimited, Science fiction, The business of writing

Podcast: Fussy talks trends

Posted on 06/13/2018 at 09:16 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

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We’re celebrities! Our founder, Jeffrey, went on the Science Fiction & Fantasy Marketing Podcast yesterday. Head here to listen to...

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Tagged As: Marketing, Podcast, Science fiction