Types of Zombies

Shaun of the Dead - One Thumb Up (because the other is holding the phone)

Types of Zombies! For this Sunday’s fun post let’s hit the Types of Zombies and the various types of fictional Zombie Apocalypse! Zombies have shuffled their way into our hearts (or should we say brains?) as iconic figures of horror and pop culture.  They are both terrifying and gleefully destroyed mass-market cannon fodder!  (Er-hum, jump … Read more

Realistic Fiction Books

Dog Company Six - Realistic Historical Fiction

Realistic Fiction Books: Realistic fiction books are typically the books that I spent time with in school or have received from my mother. They are not typically the style I write or pursue to sate my literary lust.  If I had to pick a handful of realistic fiction books the majority would probably be in … Read more

577 Character Prompts

druid with a brown robe tied at the waist by a white rope

577 Character Prompts: Character prompts are a helpful way to quickly create your supporting cast!  When you enter into your fictional world you will want to create indepth and unique characters. You can do that quickly and easily using a number of prompts.  Specifically, character prompts that hand off the potentially overwhelming character creation grunt … Read more

What Is Bias In Writing?

Bias, Bias Everywhere

What Is Bias In Writing? Bias in writing is the inclination of a writer to favor a particular perspective or point of view.  This can happen intentionally or unintentionally, and it can manifest itself in a variety of ways. The entry of bias into your writing may be essential and necessary! Keep in mind that … Read more

Differences Between Fiction And Nonfiction Writing?

What’s The Main Difference Between Fiction And Nonfiction Writing? There are several differences between fiction and nonfiction writing.  Fiction and nonfiction are two distinct categories of writing that serve different purposes and use different narrative techniques. What Is Fiction? Fiction is literature that is a story told from the writer’s imagination.  These fiction stories are … Read more

All Hallows & The Road To The Wizard’s Tower (Update)

all hallows - wizard's tower

Update For All Hallows & The Road To The Wizard’s Tower All Hallows Update: The most recent update for the Halloween-based story, the SoL Halloween story contest submission, All Hallows is that the story is growing into “All Hallows & The Road To The Wizard’s Tower”. Stories Online Writing Contest: Storiesonline.net is still hosting its … Read more

Hard & Soft

To book, or not to book? I know that I prefer reading real books, no batteries and I like the tactile ability to mark pages that are important for reference. I have some hard copy books that are just fuzzy halved post-it notes with key points highlighted. I have others that are just really nice … Read more