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Method Writing: The Making of “Bael-Sur”
In December 2017, the YouTube channel Tale Foundry released a video about H.P. Lovecraft and his Cthulhu mythos. I’ve never been a fan of horror, but Tale Foundry’s video inspired me to take a stab at writing a weird and creepy story. As I was brainstorming the plot of my short story, I found Cryo…
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Writing Prompts 14
I’ve been thoroughly blessed the past couple of weeks. But with those blessings came a major increase in my workload. It’s Friday evening. My brain is mush. So no witty intro for this month’s prompts I’m afraid. Enjoy!
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Bael-Sur
It feels so long since I last wrote to you. I can’t remember when I last wrote a letter to anybody. So much has happened, and I scarcely believe any of it.
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Idea You Can Steal 16: A Place Outside of Time
My neighborhood has gotten close to a foot of snow this month. And more snow is in the forecast. So I’ll have good reason to stay indoors and work on my stories. Here’s an idea you can use the next time the weather keeps you inside.
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The Writer’s Responsibility: A Manifesto
I’ve tried to write this post for months. At times, I was too scared to write it. Other times, I was more scared of what would happen if I didn’t. I’m going to touch on topics that are often discussed when talking about media — be it books, movies, TV, video games, etc. But honestly,…
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Writing Prompts 13
New year, new writing goals, and a new batch of prompts to kickstart both. Enjoy!
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Friday Flash 10: Nocturne
Pierre sat at the piano in the ballroom. A full moon shone through the tall windows overlooking the gardens. The house was his now — the land, the debt. The very debt that drove his father to drink and his mother mad. Pierre could feel it weighing on him like a heavy chain around his…
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Idea You Can Steal 15: Justice for the Sheriff
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Here’s my gift to you.
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Writing Prompts 12
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. And the busiest. I hope you can grab a few moments for yourself and your writing this December. Here are a few prompts to get you warmed up.
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Idea You Can Steal 14: The Biodome Colony
November has one Friday left. So here’s an extra story idea before we say goodbye to this month.