By Kevin Paul Tracy This is not going to be a popular opinion with a lot of people out there, including many aspiring writers. In answer to the question, “Can you teach someone to write?” my answer is yes…and no. I firmly believe you can teach someone to write, but you cannot teach anyone to…
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WAR IN FICTION
By Kevin Paul Tracy I’ve spent the past three posts discussing elements of politics in fiction, somewhat focused on world-building, which is often considered an activity of the speculative fiction writer, but I submit is also a job for any crafter of mysteries, adventures, thrillers, etc. who wants to provide a solid plot line that…
POLITICS IN FICTION
By Kevin Paul Tracy I’ve recently been inundated with fiction manuscripts to critique that contain a fair amount of political commentary. I’m not referring to the kind of politics you find in Game of Thrones or The Wheel of Time or TV’s Defiance – those are internal, fictional intrigues that apply only to the fiction…
I HATE MY BOOK!
By Kevin Paul Tracy As you grow up you become more aware of a developing ability to hold multiple emotions at a time on any given subject, sometimes quite contradictory. For example, anyone who is married can attest to how it is possible to both loathe and love that same person at the same time….
My List of Writerly Thanks-Giving
By J.A. (Julie) Kazimer Through the span of my writing career, which started in 2006 when I started pursuing the dream of fame and fortune based solely on my ability to make shit up (yeah, I quickly realized my mistake) I’ve been given so much. And this post is a thank you for so many…