Fiction Articles
Writing a novel can be tough at best, but the writing of a western novel requires extensive knowledge of the time period. You cannot base your knowledge on what you have seen on the movies or television.
Fri, 21 Nov 2008: Writing Great Ebooks, Entering The Writing World
Ebooks have been recently a great way for unpublished writers to publish their writing and become online authors, sharing their knowledge and expertise with the online world, this article provides you with some guidance.
Thu, 5 Jun 2008: Writing Contests Could Be Your Ticket To Publication
Entering your work into writing contests is a great way to perfect your writing, win acclaim and eventually get your work published.
Mon, 12 May 2008: Tips to Writing a Fantasy Novel that’s Different and Unique
Fantasy novels can be worlds filled with amazing and wonderful journeys and adventures but does the world really need another novel with all the typical things like fire breathing dragons, magical all-powerful swords, and the story of a farm boy turned hero? Don’t fall into the trap of writing a typical fantasy novel. Here are some tips that will help you write a fantasy novel that is different, new, and maybe even better.
Wed, 9 Jan 2008: Short Story Writing - A Viable Route To Publication For Older Writers
Many people take up writing as a hobby or as a more serious undertaking later in life - maybe even after what would be considered by many retirement age. This article looks at one way the older writer can compete with younger rivals on a level playing field.
Fri, 19 Oct 2007: The Improved Idiots Guide to Object Writing
Object writing is the writers set of bar bells to get the creative muscle exercised. Use it every morning to tone your writing powers.
Fri, 12 Oct 2007: Taking the Next Step: Becoming a Published Book Writer
Learn what to do after your book is written. The publishing process explained.
Thu, 4 Oct 2007: Print On Deman Creates Options for Writers
Technology has give writers more control over their work by making publishing and distribution more affordable.
Fri, 31 Aug 2007: Agents And Publishers - Who Do I Approach First?
You may well think that the choice of approaching an agent or publisher is academic before you have even finished your book but nothing is further from the truth. This short article discusses the pros
Tue, 28 Aug 2007: Novel Writing: Five Secrets Of Success
Have you ever wondered, as you sit at your keyboard, if there are any secrets to successful novel writing? Well there are - and here are five of them. Remember these secrets and your novel writing wil
Thu, 14 Jun 2007: Short Stories Vs. Novels
Short stories have not always found their place in great literature. Thanks to great writers like Edgar Allan Poe, Ernest Hemingway, Anton Chekhov and others, short stories have received great notorie
Sun, 3 Jun 2007: If Failure Is A Dirty Word - It Pays To Know How To Clean It Up!
The flip side of the success coin is failure. In our culture, failure has almost become a taboo subject - and yet failure simply means lack of success. Learning from failure to gain the success you wa
Sun, 29 Apr 2007: The Backstory, Or: Just Where The Heck Does It All Start?
If you have decided to write a novel, the story that exists within it extends way beyond the book itself. This 'backstory' is what helps give your book depth: here are a few points to keep in mind abo
Mon, 16 Apr 2007: Three Key Points To Consider Before You Write That Book!
According to recent surveys, over 70% of people questioned said they would like to write a book. This article touches on three key points that just might help them - and you - do just that!First key p
Mon, 2 Apr 2007: Novel Writing - It's All In The Preparation!
Despite all the competition, most new and aspiring authors want to write a novel. This article take s a quick look at some points to consider before you put pen to paper!In the past I have written a g
Mon, 26 Feb 2007: Fiction Writing: Why You Should Get A Good Agent
To get an agent or not? This decision is a crucial one in your writing career so in this article we'll examine some of the 'fors' and 'againsts' of agents for fiction writers.There is no doubt that ge
Fri, 23 Feb 2007: Three Fiction Writing Concerns for the Author
One of the challenges an editor must face is polishing the work of an author without erasing too much of that author's style. If you follow a particular novelist, you might notice over time particular
Thu, 22 Feb 2007: Writing Fiction from Experiences
Life is a book. No saying can hold more truth than that one short quote. Life is indeed a book waiting to be written. Ideas for the best novels and stories often come from the authors past experiences
Thu, 22 Feb 2007: Is There A Book In You? Ten Points That Will Help You Decide
The desire to have a book with your name on the cover seems universal - yet how many would-be writers really know if they have what it takes to succeed? Here are ten points that every beginner should
Wed, 21 Feb 2007: Are Simultaneous Submissions a Good Idea?
With regards to the question of simultaneous submissions, I fear I may not be able to offer a set answer. As a publisher, I am not enamored by the thought of an author sending me a manuscript that is
Wed, 21 Feb 2007: Three Writing Concerns for the Author
Writers are creatures of habit. Unfortunately, many of these habits are not good ones. True, we would expect our friends and significant others to show some understanding when we don't come to the din
Sun, 18 Feb 2007: Fiction Writing: 3 Crucial Points For Your Main Character
The main or lead character in any story is a lynchpin and has very definite qualities. Miss one of these and your story may well grind to a halt! This article takes a look at three crucial aspects of
Thu, 15 Feb 2007: Short Story Writing: Don't Waste Your Words on Wasted Words!
The short story market often demands tight word counts from the writer. Here are some tips on how to keep that word count under control!Short stories written specifically for inclusion in weekly or mo
Wed, 20 Dec 2006: Fiction Writing: Short Story Subjects That Sell
When writing for women's magazines it's important to know the themes that work - and those that don't. Here we take a look at popular magazine themes.First off, here's a question. What kind of stories
Wed, 20 Dec 2006: Six Quick Writing Errors to Watch For
Before I was asked to step in as publisher for the romance imprint of a small press, I spent a considerable amount of time reviewing submissions for publication. Today, of course, I do even more of th
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