As a writer, we have many expressions and mantras that both writer and reader alike have heard. Here's another one you've probably heard ad nauseam: Show, do not tell. However, a lot of amateur writers get this concept frequently wrong and why is telling so bad anyway? Let's start with an example of telling: Grim … Continue reading Pitfalls to Avoid: Showing vs. Telling
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Killing Characters
This seems to always be a divisive subject amongst writers. Some writers wouldn’t dream of killing off one of their characters, while other writers are more than happy to recreate their own versions of the infamous Red Wedding from Game of Thrones within their own works. Within the realm of fiction, character deaths can extend beyond … Continue reading Killing Characters
Author Interview with Peter VanGelderen
Dragon Soul Press sat down with Author Peter VanGelderen, who has featured in DSP's Reign of Queens and the upcoming Lethal Impact anthology. 1. Have you always wanted to be a writer? I actually realized I wanted to be a writer later in life, after college actually. I originally wanted to pursue a career as a therapist … Continue reading Author Interview with Peter VanGelderen
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