Christopher Hawkins is the Booklife Prize and IndieReader Discovery Award-winning author of Downpour and the short story collection Suburban Monsters. His work has appeared in numerous anthologies and podcasts, including Cosmic Horror Monthly, Shortwave Magazine, and Tales to Terrify. He…
While the book will reflect my understanding of good and evil and my general fatalism, it’s meant as a fun, escpaist read for people who find fart jokes and the end of the world cathartic. Save it for a treat…
What fascinates Chris most are the machinations of modern-day human frailty, and his debut adult novel is underpinned by significant research into the condition of covert narcissism. Although the book is pure fiction, a key motivator for writing it was…
Barbara Hoffbeck Scoblic (born July 1939 in Ortonville, Minnesota) is an American writer. In 1964, she began her writing career as a reporter for the Sioux Falls Argus Leader (a national award-winning newspaper). In 1965, as a Peace Corps Volunteer,…
During his travels as an internationally recognized photojournalist, Charlton saw many incredible sights. He explored the natural habitat of the mountain gorillas in Rwanda, was the podium for a Barbary Ape on the Rock of Gibraltar, and even kissed a…
I’m a storyteller, maker, and believer in the quiet power of words. I write books that help people, especially kids, grow in self-awareness, emotional strength, and faith. Whether crafting a whimsical children’s tale or a reflective Christian journal, I aim…
Amy Safford’s articles and essays have appeared in Soul Magazine, Mythology Journal, Mind Prose, Write a Catalyst, and other publications. Goode Vibrations of the Wresting Place is her debut novel. She taught English composition at the University of New England…
It’s a surreal feeling to hold your own book in your hands for the first time. To see the result of your dream in the form of your own book cover is absolutely wonderful; I hope that every aspiring author…
Let’s explore essential techniques to help you build dystopian worlds that feel vivid and believable, create characters readers care deeply about, and weave themes that provoke thought long after the final page. By the end of this post, you’ll have…
There’s something about true crime that grips the imagination. Maybe it’s the high-stakes mystery, the dark window into human behavior, or the relentless pursuit of justice… Whatever the draw, learning how to write true crime is not for the faint…
The 1-3-1 Rule offers guidance at every stage of the writing journey, from crafting your initial draft to navigating the publishing landscape. Understanding how to apply this framework effectively can transform a scattered collection of ideas into a cohesive, purposeful…
Most writing advice focuses on familiar models like three-act structure or the hero’s journey, but structure is far more than just a plot template. The right structure acts as a bridge between your story and your reader’s emotions. It can…
Space opera isn’t just science fiction with lasers. It’s a genre all its own—defined as much by tone and scope as setting. While the science can be soft, the stakes are rarely anything less than galactic.
Finding your way into writing—whether it’s the first project or the fiftieth—can feel strangely difficult. Sometimes the hardest part isn’t the writing itself, but the getting started. What helps most is having a few steady tools, a bit of structure,…
Writing for blogs is not the same as writing a book, a short story, or even an academic article. It requires a unique approach, tone, and strategy to capture the online reader’s attention. The key is to understand the art…
While memoir, middle grade, and YA may not be the most popular genres to write in today, they offer a wealth of opportunity for authors who are willing to take on the challenge. These genres are ripe for fresh voices,…
Phill Webster is a writer, actor, and spiritual teacher. He has appeared in movies alongside Sylvester Stallone, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Elle Fanning to name a few. Letting Glow and Glowing Deeper are the first two instalments of the Letting Glow…
Born in Brussels, Belgium, Natacha Pavlov is a multicultural Christian author of German, Russian, and Christian Palestinian heritage. Her latest novel Jayida, set in sixth-century pre-Islamic Arabia, has been called “a magnum opus of historical fiction.” She also authored the…
D.G. Torrens, a celebrated UK & USA international bestselling Author has an impressive literary portfolio. With twenty-five published books to date, she continues to captivate readers across genres. Currently, she is crafting her twenty-sixth book, titled THREE FOR A GIRL,…
James Honaker is a writer, a small independent game developer, and a peddler of bespoke cardboard. He presently lives in North Carolina with three cats and a parakeet, and he hopes to use book sales to fund the purchase of…