Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson & Greta Kelly as they delve into a writing masterclass on The Art of the Short Story with award-winning author Isabel J. Kim. During the episode, Isabel gets to the short of it, discussing what a short story is, examples of masterful short stories, short fiction as a testing ground, comparing short-form vs. long-form fiction, approaching theme, plot and structure in short stories, characterization/worldbuilding in a condensed word count, conciseness and pacing, editing and trimming stories down, selling your short stories on the professional market, the role of short story collections and anthologies and more.
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Charms Charts And Conspiracies ( Gretons Marvellous Maps Book 2) by David Green.
Synopsis Greton of Willow returns in this sequel to the cozy fantasy neurodivergent sensation, ‘Magic, Maps, and Mischief’, a perfect read for lovers of ‘Legends and Lattes’, ‘The Teller of Small Fortunes’, and ‘Under The Whispering Door’. Within the idyllic city of Barrow’s Hill, the elderly, autistic map maker Greton of Willow is living his […]
Magic Maps and Mischief ( Gretons Marvellous Maps Book 1) by David Green.
Review Wow. David Green continues to impress his fans with his writing style. Whether it be epic fantasy, urban fantasy or his new cozy neurodivergent fantasy novel Magic, Maps and Mischief. And let me tell you. Grab yourself a cup of tea a biscuit, of your choice and buckle up for one of the most […]
SFF Addicts Ep. 205: Isabel J. Kim talks Sublimation, Immigrant Experiences, Technothrillers & More
Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson & Greta Kelly as they chat with award-winning author Isabel J. Kim about her debut novel Sublimation, fleshing out a short story into a novel, the immigrant experience, writing multiple versions of the same characters, tech corporations and technothrillers, writing 2nd-person perspective, book deals and bidding wars, TV adaptations, weird internet culture, studying copyright law and more.
EXCERPT: Ch. 2 of A Murder Most Fungal (The Hofmann Report #1.5) by Adrian M. Gibson
Adrian M. Gibson’s new Fungalverse standalone novel A Murder Most Fungal releases in just a few weeks, so what better time to get another taste of the story itself! Last month, the fine folks at Grimdark Magazine revealed the first chapter, and now we are very excited to show off chapter two.
Review: Death Show Colossus by Bill Adams
Synopsis 20 Climbers. 20 Watchers. 5 Hunters. 1 Colossus. After both their parents die during the live broadcast of the Tournament of the Colossus, Quinne promises to always keep Benn safe. Even from the deadly Hunters who scour the slums for those who can wield magic. But when Benn’s rare ability manifests during a public […]
SFF Addicts Ep. 204: Drawing from Global History with Shannon Chakraborty (Writing Masterclass)
Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson & Greta Kelly as they delve into a writing masterclass on Drawing from Global History with bestselling author Shannon Chakraborty. During the episode, Shannon traverses the world, discussing global interconnectedness across time, using SFF to shine a light on history, deciding on a historical time/place for your story, knowing when to deviate from history, author responsibility and intentions, accessible approaches for research, historical authenticity, academics/historians and more.
Review: Perils of the Past by Kane Williams
Synopsis THE PAST LIES AHEAD. Bloodied knuckles. Sword cuts. Aching limbs. With each day of training in a mountain temple, Antarna draws closer to the power she’ll need if an assassin strikes once more. Never again will she be helpless. When magic ravages the temple, the lives of her friends and the future of the […]
Five Films & TV Shows that Inspired ‘A Murder Most Fungal’
My new Fungalverse standalone novel A Murder Most Fungal is out in just a few weeks, and I can’t wait for everyone to dive into this fast-paced story full of food, fungi, gangsters, blackmail, and (of course) murder. This book traces its roots back to so many different mediums, from Hong Kong action cinema and Pixar films, to food shows and documentaries. So, to give all of you a better sense of how A Murder Most Fungal came to be, I’ve compiled a list of the five biggest media inspirations for its story, world, and characters.
SFF Addicts Ep. 203: Shannon Chakraborty talks The Tapestry of Fate, Older Protagonists, Found Family & More
Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson & Greta Kelly as they chat with bestselling author Shannon Chakraborty about her new novel The Tapestry of Fate, writing a more mature, middle-aged protagonist in The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi series, portraying motherhood on the page, blood family vs. found family, Middle Eastern poisoners and demons, balancing science with the occult, writing complex antagonists, the value of day jobs, breaking into publishing and more.
SFF Addicts Ep. 202: Writing for the Reader Experience with Sunyi Dean (Writing Masterclass)
Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson, M.J. Kuhn & Greta Kelly as they delve into a writing masterclass on Writing for the Reader Experience with bestselling author Sunyi Dean. During the episode, Sunyi caters to the reader, discussing why authors should consider the reader experience, putting yourself in the “beginner’s mindset,” offering value to the reader, promises and hooking them from the outset, delivering information at the right time, simple vs. complex prose, writing for yourself vs. the reader, author voice, revision and more.
The Last Contract of Isako By Fonda Lee
Get ready to be blown away by this searing standalone science fiction epic where corporate samurai fight beneath merciless stars, and death is always a mere breath away. Isako is a legendary swordswoman, but every legend has to come to an end. When her long-time client unexpectedly retires, she plans to follow-to walk out into […]