Columns

On Second Thought: "Pawn of Prophecy" by David Eddings

Column by Rajan Khanna

November 6, 2012 (8) comments

The first in a semi-regular feature that takes another look at an old favorite. We kick off w/ 'Pawn of Prophecy,' the first book in David Eddings's 'Belgariad.' How does it hold up on second thought?

Good Sex, Great Prayers: A Journey in Publication (Part 2: Writing the Novel)

Column by Brandon Tietz

November 6, 2012 (3) comments

In this second installment of the series, Brandon Tietz talks about the writing process of his upcoming novel, 'Good Sex, Great Prayers.'

The Blagger's Guide to J G Ballard

Column by Cath Murphy

November 2, 2012 (2) comments

Yes, J G Ballard did write about machines. No, he did not script the Transformers movies. Find out the essential facts without hurting your brain with this handy Blagger’s Guide.

Storyville: NaNoWriMo and Free Writing

Column by Richard Thomas

November 2, 2012 (9) comments

Whether it's during NaNoWriMo or on your own, free writing can help you channel your visions.

What Scares You? 30 Terrifying Horror Stories Straight Out Of Your Worst Nightmares

Column by Kimberly Turner

October 31, 2012 (9) comments

Nothing to fear but fear itself? What about dead things, evil dolls, darkness, madmen, water, spiders, and snakes? No matter what freaks you out, there's a book that'll scare the hell out of you.

LURID: Happy Halloween! Whatever that means...

Column by Karina Wilson

October 31, 2012 (4) comments

We've been celebrating the dead at the end of October for over 3000 years. Does anyone even remember why? Lurid takes a look at the long-standing traditions and strange energy of All Hallow's Eve.