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5 Things to Consider Before Writing Urban Fantasy

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There is something incredibly attractive about writing about strange creatures that go bump in the night and the heroes that get to save the world and humanity from them. It’s the core of urban fantasy. When a writer creates an urban fantasy universe, it means they have brought monsters, gods, angels and other mythological beings into the modern every day world. The heroes can … [Read more...] about 5 Things to Consider Before Writing Urban Fantasy

5 Ways to Boost Your Creativity

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Creativity is a muscle, and like any muscle, it needs to be strengthened over time. In the case of creativity, however, weekly trips to the gym won’t cut it. There are several signs that will show that you need a creativity boost. No matter whether you’re a writer, a painter, or a composer, if you find yourself staring at a blank page, or a canvas, you’re blocked. But that’s … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Boost Your Creativity

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Writing Fan Fiction

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Fan fiction, as the name implies, is fiction written by fans, set in a universe created by another author. Most of the characters appearing in fan fiction have already been created by the original author, although there are cases where the writer includes original characters. Writing fan fiction can be beneficial for new writers – it allows them to discover how well they can … [Read more...] about 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Writing Fan Fiction