Narrative tension. You can’t create a page-turner without it. If there is no tension, the story won’t be very intriguing. How many of us have always dreamed of reading a book about a man who just sits on a bench the entire story? My point exactly. We want to read something that will pull us … Continue reading Narrative Tension for Beginners
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Author Interview with David Allen Voyles
Dragon Soul Press took a moment to interview All Dark Places 2 Author David Allen Voyles. 1. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing? I taught literature for nearly thirty years so it's hard to say which writers I enjoyed the most—there are so many. But I can identify these three as having … Continue reading Author Interview with David Allen Voyles
Do’s and Don’ts of World-building
If you’re writing either a fantasy story or a sci-fi one, there is no getting around the world-building. It’s pretty much essential to your genre. World-building occurs when your story’s world deviates from the “rules” of present world that we occupy. So even if your story isn’t set in an entirely different planet, but it’s … Continue reading Do’s and Don’ts of World-building
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
Author Interview with Crystal Liechty
After hearing about her new release, Dragon Soul Press sat down with Author Crystal Liechty to interview her about First: Get Caught. 1. What inspired you to start writing? My mother was a writer so I grew up writing. I’m not sure when I started or if I’ll ever stop. It’s just what I do. What … Continue reading Author Interview with Crystal Liechty
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