WHAT IS HORROR? The word “horror” comes from a Latin verb meaning "to bristle" or "to shudder." Horror writing makes the reader’s hair stand on end due to fear, disgust, or dread. Typical elements of a horror story include serial killers, otherworldly...

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When you see the word “adventure,” one of the first images that comes to mind is probably Indiana Jones. Never mind that he was a film character. The sentiment rings true, and is one of the hallmarks of the adventure fiction genre. Adventure novel manuscripts...

The western genre is a dying breed. Perhaps that statement is a little overdramatic, but it would be hard to argue that the western novel has a popular place in American fiction today. Up through the mid-20th Century it was a very popular genre, but...

The fantasy genre is fantastical, includes unrealistic places, and has intricate and involved plots. Beyond the setting, however, fantasy fiction takes on many of the characteristics of other fiction genres. This helps explain why there are so many sub...

How to Easily Submit Writing to Magazines, Publishers, and Contests For writers, getting your work published and recognized is a step toward realizing your goals as an author. However, finding the right contests or publications can be a challenging...

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