Science Fiction

Parallel Pasts: Crafting Worlds through Alternative History in SFF Alternative History in Science Fiction and Fantasy (SFF) is a growing sub-genre as authors weave intricate tales, they daringly reshape the course of history, introducing readers to worlds where pivotal events took unforeseen turns, magic intermingles with reality, and the boundaries between the possible and the […]

In the Company of Growth: Friendships as Catalysts in Narrative Arcs As a writer, how you develop character relationships can impact the growth level of the Main Character (MC) in various ways.  This area of study is a rich and multifaceted topic that can be approached from many angles. Human experience in friendships emerges as

Shaping Tomorrow: Exploring Diversity in SFF Narratives Within the pages of Science Fiction Fantasy worlds, characters of myriad ethnicities, races, genders, and orientations come to life, each bringing a unique lens through which to explore the fantastical and the extraordinary. From character development, cultural settings, and intergalactic backdrops of adventures, SFF novels stand as beacons

In Praise of Brevity: A Journey into Novella and Short Story Publishing In this literary haven where brevity meets brilliance, the power of being concise takes center stage in storytelling. This blog takes a journey into the world of publishing novellas and short stories—an often-overlooked realm brimming with storytelling potential. Whether you’re a seasoned writer

2024 Beyond SFF Writing Goals: How to Ensure Success Well, if you were looking for actual writing goals, see my other blog Charting the Unknown: SFF Writing Adventures and 2024 Ambitions. This article is about how to achieve said goals that you’ve already elected to pursue. Some folks say to make your goals specific, measurable,

Charting the Unknown: SFF Writing Adventures and 2024 Ambitions How do I pick between so many writing goals for the new year? Daily word count?   Weekly word count?   Query letter? Finishing X amount of my novel?   Writing longer chapters, 2000 word count (wc) or 3000 each?   How many novellas should I write?   I write in

Building Immersive High Fantasy Worlds: Tips and Tricks So, what is High Fantasy?  High fantasy, often referred to as epic fantasy, is a subgenre of fantasy literature that distinguishes itself from other forms of fantasy through certain key characteristics and differences. Novels or series like The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, A Song