The Horror Genre: How to Scare Your Readers Silly
I’m a sucker for a good plot and an engaging atmosphere, and the horror genre has that in spades. And if I’ve been bullied into watching or reading a horror story, I’ve spent the night tossing and turning at night, afraid to sleep. I hate horror stories for the effect that they have on my […]
The Mystery Genre: It’s More than a Detective Story
A mystery is about getting to the truth of something, or a version of the truth that we can stomach. It’s what has held us captivated for years – this idea of truth. It’s why we’re drawn to Netflix documentaries like Making a Murderer or Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes. We want to know why […]
5 Essential Short Story Elements You’re Missing
By its definition, the short story is supposed to be, well, short. And because it is a concisely written tale, it’s less complex than a novel. Unlike novels, your tale will usually focus on only one incident, plot point, and setting. It will also feature a small cast of characters that are only present for […]
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