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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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
The Great Debate: FanFic
Fan Fiction. Where do you stand on the big debate? I am personally neutral on the matter, as I see the arguments to both sides, but I’m still curious. How do other writers feel about fan fiction? By its very definition, fan fiction, or fanfic, is a written genre where canonical elements such as characters, … Continue reading The Great Debate: FanFic
Interview with Author Silvana G. Sanchez
Dragon Soul Press had the opportunity to sit down and interview Author Silvana G. Sanchez who is launching the second edition of her series! What does literary success look like to you? Literary success to me is the ability to reach out to the reader with my words, establishing the magical connection that allows … Continue reading Interview with Author Silvana G. Sanchez