If author BC Deeks could take a trip of a lifetime, where would she go? Memories of a school project inspire her to plan a journey to the other side of the world from where she grew up. Join her imaginary travels.
Literary vs Popular Fiction. How big is the difference really?
The differences between literary and commercial popular fiction were never clear cut and are becoming less so with the emerging publishing landscape. This post looks at how much they have in common and why popular fiction deserves more respect than it often receives.
Artificial Intelligence – Can You Replace An Author’s Creativity?
Can artificial intelligence replace the human author’s innovation and creativity in writing a fiction novel?
If there’s magic, is it still a mystery?
The current meshing and merging of genres doesn’t mean the old rules no longer apply. A good mystery can still be a solid whodunit even if it happens in outer space.
Animal Friends in Life and Literature
Illustrating the special relationship between humans and animals adds a significant dimension to fictional stories that is just as important as the interactions between the rest of the characters.
The Lyrics of a Storyteller: Sentence Association and Sequence PODCAST
Sentence sequence and association set the story rhythm. Find out how to use Feelings, Actions and Dialogue in the best order to add impact to your fiction writing. On June 11, 2021 I joined authors Meredith Bond and Pru Warren to discuss the effective use of sentence sequence and association in setting story rhythm and adding impact to your fiction writing.
Anatomy of a Mystery
If you’re interested in hearing about what makes up the bare bones – pun intended – of a successful mystery, Author B.C. Deeks has the answers.