WRITING FICTION AND FANTASY

There are many amazing science fiction and fantasy books available and its hard to choose which are the best. These five represent the ones that have influenced my reading choices the most and therefore are my subjective top five.

Tips and techniques for authors of science fiction and fantasy to create fictional universes that are more consistent and believable.

My list of the all time ten best Science Fiction and Fantasy Television shows .

Preview of the upcoming Fall 2008 Science Fiction and Fantasy television shows on NBC.

Where to find Christian science fiction and fantasy on the Web

Many groups and societies award works of Science Fiction and Fantasy. Whether you're looking for a good read, or looking to get some recognition for your own work, these awards are worth checking out!

A list of the best paranormal fiction and fantasy writers and their exceptional books.

Villains are often the reason that a hero even exists, and they often are just as complex and driven as their heroic counterparts.

When you are writing a science fiction or fantasy novel, the plot is only half the battle. Your character may visit lots of place in the world you create. You will get confused easily and send characters in two different directions.

Fans of Harry Potter, Twilight or other science fiction series may be interested in some of these great series for young people who like to read!

George Carlin of the Bill and Ted time-travel comedies....special effects wizard Stan Winston....Stargat veteran Don S. Davis

This is an informative article about a free on-line critique group for aspiring Fantasy and Science Fiction Authors.

Although usually classified as a "horror" author, H. P. Lovecraft was a remarkably versatile writer whose work spans such genres as horror, science fiction, and fantasy.

A brief biography of Fritz Leiber, one of the creators of modern imaginative literature.

Ray harryhausen's Sinbad....Dracula actor...composer of Star Trek theme....

Bookstores often lump "science fiction" and "fantasy" works into one "scifi/fantasy" aisle. But science fiction and fantasy are different enough that I say they each warrant their own unique section.

It has been said before, all stories start out with a question. This isn't only seen in fiction, but it helps most there. Readers want questions asked and, more importantly, answered. It furthers the narrative in many ways; this article tells you how.

There are plenty of websites online that provide informative articles, writer forums, and links to writing resources. Here are just a few that I have found that have good resources.

This article discusses the relationship between science fiction and religion.

You may choose a style of writing that suites you, but how you present that style is the framework for defining your individualized writing voice.

Below are literary agents that all deal with Fantasy fiction and are all, at the time of this article's writing, taking submissions and queries.

To get your kids writing, why not tap into their enjoyment of science fiction? From appreciating Harry Potter to loving Buzz Light-year, kids gravitate towards writing based on magic, space ships, aliens, and fantasy elements.