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Inspirations – Survival Games, Subnautica and Valheim

Hey! New blog series ideas, here we go! Here I want to talk about one or two pieces of art, often related or a series, a medium or just a…

Writing Advice – Spectacular Spectacles

People read stories for two reasons. One is to connect with characters on an intimate level, and the other is to be entertained. I always see authors talking about how…

Genre Talks – Events vs Settings

Let’s talk about genre. Genre fiction, speculative fiction, horror, fantasy, science fiction, action, comedy. All of these carry their own definitions, weights, expectations and preferences in the audience. As I…

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October Update – Back to the grind…

Well this was going to be a fun genre analysis but alas… As those in my social circles already know… I was laid off due to COVID-19 cutbacks. I am…

Writing Advice – Terror, Horror, Disgust (and Dread)

17 Oct 202017 Oct 2020

No piece of advice is universal and anything you hear should be dropped at a moment’s notice when it does not fit your story. Take what I will say with…

Writing Advice – Unremarkable Bad Guys

24 Aug 201929 Aug 2019

Every trope follows the ebb and flow of trends. They are often privy to generational cycles and are reflections of wider societal trends. On the subject of bad guys and…

Writing Advice – Worldbuilders Syndrome

Alright, it's time to sort some shit out. There is something I call "Worldbuilders Syndrome" a common condition for many young fantasy or science fiction fans who have dreams about…

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Writing Advice – The Best Writing Advice You’ll Ever Hear

Seriously, This works I am leaving for a two week trip to Montreal. My first solo trip ever. I am both nervous and extremely excited. I will keep internet to…

In the Defense of Trash

Embrace the garbage and you will be a better writer I have seen a sentiment espoused by some writers and creators - you should not waste your time on stuff…