Category: Writing

Fast, slow, fungal, bioengineered. There are a lot of different types of zombies in fiction these days, and they continue to evolve. Just when you think the genre has no surprises left, and the undead are finally and truly dead, […]

In a previous article, I offered some post-apocalyptic world building tips for fiction writers. That was sort of a high-level guide with general tips, strategies and considerations. With this article, I want to drill down on the concept of descriptive […]

Post-apocalyptic fiction has experienced a surge in popularity that began in the mid 2000s and continues to this day. Books like The Road, The Passage, and Station Eleven have shown us that (A) readers still love these stories, and (B) […]

How can you create a unique zombie story or book, when so much has “been done” already? How do you write a more interesting zombie apocalypse story, something fresh and original that people haven’t seen a dozen times before? How […]

Do you have a general idea for a post-apocalyptic novel, but you’re not sure how to start writing it? Need a little boost to get the process in action? You’re in the right place. Below, I’ve offered a series of […]

Wondering how to write a post-apocalyptic novel? You’re not alone! This is one of the most popular genres under the speculative fiction “umbrella,” for readers and authors alike. And with good reason. Apocalyptic fiction is a versatile genre that can […]

First-time writers entering the zombie genre sometimes focus on the zombies themselves while neglecting their human characters. This can result in flat or uninteresting characters that fail to engage the reader. But you can avoid this problem by using some […]

Do you have an idea for a novel, but you’re not sure how to start writing it? Need some help getting your story ideas onto the page? You’ve come to the right place. In this blog post, I’ll explain how […]

This resource will teach you how to write a horror short story from start to finish, even if you’re a beginner. Part 1 offers a step-by-step guide to get you started. Part 2 delivers some helpful advice and inspiration from masters of the genre! […]

Does your horror novel need a little boost in the terror department? Looking for ways to make your horror novel scarier for readers? You’ve come to the right place. We’re about to explore five storytelling strategies that could help you […]