How different are short stories and novels in structure? When you have an idea, how can you know its natural length? Eugene Fischer, Cat Rambo, James Lowder, and Aaron Rosenberg break it down.
With the re-emergence of radio/podcast, dramatic storytelling, and other formats, creators have more options than ever. Marco Palmieri, Jason Sizemore, Gregory A. Wilson, and Cat Rambo fill us in.
The Publishing Industry Part One - Manuscript to Industry
Summary:
So you have the desire to write a book and get it published. But, what does that really mean? Maxwell Alexander Drake gives you insight into the real world that is the Publishing Industry
The Publishing Industry Part Two - Industry to Reader
Summary:
Once you have a published book, you realize that was the easy part. The hard part is getting your book into the hands of readers. Maxwell Alexander Drake shows you how.
Every word counts. Learn to say more with less as Apex Books editor-in-chief Jason Sizemore walks you through thought experiments, writing exercises, and common pitfalls.
Do old heroes need to die for new ones to emerge? How many protagonists can a story sustain? Chris Morgan, Jerry Gordon, Bill Fawcett, and Carrie Patel discuss Han Solo, Dumbledore, and more.
So much of urban fantasy is on the dark side. Is there room for humor? Richard Kadrey, Maurice Broaddus, Debbie Lynn Smith, Chantelle Osman, and Howard Taylor tell authors how to find a balance.
How realistically should scientists behave in fiction? Would science still be cool if scientists in books follow the rules? Scott Rice-Snow, Eugene Fischer, Cat Rambo, and Chris Jackson full us in.
Will vampires ever die? How can authors revive what's seen as a tired subject? Are there any new facets to be explored? Christopher Husberg and Erik Scott de Bie weigh in.
How does War Magic work in a nautical environment? Key issues are structural integrity, propulsion, navigation, and communication. Robert Mosher and Mark McDonaugh discuss tactics and strategy.