GENRE FICTION

Too often, fantasy, science fiction, horror, mystery and the like get brought down. However, what if it's possible for a fantasy story to be just as important as a purely dramatic one?

This is a piece I wrote for a guest blog spot at Belfire Press offering some very basic and general tips on how to approach writing a successful series

Fiction Writers: Don't be fooled into thinking your novels can't have a "formula." Read tips from well-known writing instructors on how to create a formula which will give readers an emotional experience.

Want to be a science fiction author. Try this article for some inspiration.

So what is "noir" fiction? It is hard to pin down an exact definition of noir fiction; however there are some elements and authors that truly define the term.

One generally thinks of fantasy when you think of Tabletop role playing games but there are a lot of great science fiction role playing games as well

A definition of fiction.

So, you're met with snobbery when discussing your reading and writing preferences? Me too. Here are a couple of my experiences.

Does all fiction have a genre? Nope, it does not have to have a genre to be a fiction story. Here are my views on the matter.

How does the new novel you've just written fit into the book publishing world? Knowing the genre can be the key.

Keith DeCandido is a prolific writer of media-tie in novels. He's written Star Trek novels & the hugely popular video games, World of Warcraft & Starcraft. He talks to me about how he got his big break, the new Star Trek film & more.

Despite the popularity of Christian speculative fiction, this genre has been marginalized by the major publishers.

Where to find Christian science fiction and fantasy on the Web

This article highlights the important challenges found in any piece of short fiction. It includes info on how to become successful in this dynamic field of writing.

Is the serious, socially conscience fiction gone?

There are three books that I turn to time and again as I write, especially as a writer of fantasy.

Writing any fight scene is tricky but it becomes even more difficult when you have future technology and other things that change the rules

A closer look at different fiction genres such as mysteries, historical fiction, fantasy, science fiction, multicultural stories, thrillers and romances.

Article predicting the coming growth in popularity of the tiny, short crime/mystery fiction story due to new cell phone & e technology plus 2 example under 250 word stories

Movies that are science fiction in nature but offer a myriad of variations. This is a list of movies which are known and some which may have been missed altogether.

Although we tend to stick to only a few genres when it comes to literary analysis, attempting the difficult matter of analyzing mystery stories or detective fiction can be very rewarding.

Christian ficition is a rapidly growing genre on the bookshelves. One of the more popular authors is Ted Dekker. Here's a review of his novel "Showdown."

Science fiction stories generally take what we understand about reality and the universe thus far, project it into the future, and then explore the possible consequences of what we already have - or may yet - set into motion.

What do writers and readers expect from fiction that contains magic?

Collections of fiction short stories are becoming increasing popular in the writing world. Some books listed here to study up on if you wish to venture into that genre.

Science fiction's a fluid genre that changes with the course of time. It's a literary voice that evolves with a generation, the genre borne out of wonderment, out of curiosity, to satisfy the age-old question of "What if?"