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Character Flaws: The Secret Sauce of Relatable Writing
July 24th, 2024
In this article, we talk about character flaws, what they are, and how they contribute to a story (depending on their type). As a bonus, I’ll give a short list of potential flaws you can steal and use for your very own characters.
Read Column →What is an Unreliable Narrator? A Guide to Literary Frenemies
July 19th, 2024
Meet the narrators who mislead, misdirect, and misremember...
Read Column →How to Write Science Fiction (+ Stellar Tips from Editors)
July 18th, 2024
Are you ready to write sci-fi that's out of this world? Here are five key steps to help you get started.
Read Column →How to Write a Fantasy Novel in 7 Magical Steps
July 15th, 2024
Top fantasy editors who've worked with George R.R. Martin, Brandon Sanderson, and more share their advice for writing fantasy.
Read Column →10 Creative Writing Classes to Educate and Inspire You
July 8th, 2024
Thinking about taking a writing class? This rundown of the top 10 online options has got you covered.
Read Column →Should a Book Be a Mirror Or a Door?
June 11th, 2024
Should a book be a mirror of representation, a door leading to an unexpected journey — or perhaps a window peeking into another's experience? This column explores the necessity of literary mirrors and doors alike, and considers the implications of this extended metaphor.
Read Column →How to Write a Short Story in 9 Simple Steps
June 6th, 2024
Learn the 9 steps for how to write a short story — starting with your basic understanding of the form and ending with how to edit it like a pro.
Read Column →An Update from Your New LitReactor Overlords
May 28th, 2024
LitReactor is officially returning under new ownership! You’ll find all the details here.
Read Column →Beowulf Is The Greatest Classic Book, And I Will Not Be Taking Any Questions At This Time
September 26th, 2023
Header images: Books, Barbarian There's always someone out there trying to prove that one book or another is the all-time, stone-cold-est, greatest classic book of all time. And they're all fools, because unlike me, they didn't pose Beowulf, which is absolutely, 100% the greatest classic book.
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