The science fiction genre encompasses many sub-genres including apocalyptic, time travel, and space opera. Science and technology are usually central to the story, no matter the sub-genre, and there are standard elements that sci-fi readers expect. Author...

You are now a couple of months into writing your novel and the deadline for your first draft is quickly approaching – what’s your plan to get it done? Do you feel behind and need some advice on how to catch up? Are you struggling with how to end your...

A media tie-in book can take a few forms: a companion book to a television show or film, the companion to a group of films or shows, or a history of certain shows and films. Writer, producer, and TV host Herbie J Pilato says there are three things to...

Society has come a long way from the stories of the 1500s, in which women were largely portrayed as passive characters without much autonomy. However, even with all of the advancements of our time, authors are still discussing the difficulty of creating...

We know that people have a variety of approaches to writing a novel. Some write by "pantsing," some by outlining, and some by a combination of both methods. While each approach offers unique advantages, each also comes with a unique set of challenges...

Author, comedy writer, and columnist James Breakwell became an internet sensation through his @XplodingUnicorn Twitter handle when Buzzfeed, a global news source, did a feature article that shared links to his most popular posts. This was his breakout...

James Breakwell has learned that internet fame is quite different from traditional fame or celebrity. When the comedy writer's Twitter account ( @XplodingUnicorn ) went viral due to a Buzzfeed article in 2016, Breakwell already had a solid writing...

Anyone who has seen a Hallmark movie can dissect a true romantic plot with ease. We know the conventions because they historically work well in a story. However, these plots are constantly being subverted and twisted by authors to create other, interesting...

Discover the underdog market that pays you to display your books on their shelves. As an author, you may wonder if marketing your book to libraries is worth the effort. The answer is a resounding “YES!” Not only are libraries a viable source of book...

L.E. Perez, author and owner of Palmas Publishing, spent 15 years in law enforcement within victim services. She explains how she integrates the stories, the emotions, and the encounters she had with victims of domestic violence and their families...