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The Importance of Outlining
Outlining before writing not only saves time but it also frees you up to actually enjoy writing.
Book 17: The Martian Chronicles
The Martian Chronicles is a classic by Ray Bradbury that explores the colonization of Mars and the various paranormal, emotional and very human problems encountered therein.
The Sci-Fi Aspirational Tale
Aspirational, or idealistic, science fiction, such as Star Trek, shows us what we could be by actually showing us what we could be!
Hugo Award for Best Novelette Prediction
My prediction for the winner of the 2018 Hugo Award for Best Novelette.
Narrative Voice
The style and voice of the narrator is arguably one of the most important aspects of a story.
The Sci-Fi Morality Tale
The science fiction genre lends itself very well to morality tales, where the protagonist, or the reader, can learn a valuable lesson.
Just Ask Your Characters
Characters push the plot forward. It’s an easy thing to forget, but it can make or break your story.
Science Fiction 101 Review
Science Fiction 101 is an anthology of hand-picked classic science fiction from the Golden Age of the genre.
Zombies & The Loss of Control
Zombies are a great storytelling device, representing built-in conflict and the total loss of control.