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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.

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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.

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7 Poetry Editors Who Can Hone Your Verses to Perfection

June 15th, 2024

Discover 7 poetry editors you can hire to polish your poems - from line breaks to thematic suggestions, they do it all.

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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.

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How to Write a Short Story: A Writer’s Ultimate Guide

June 6th, 2024

What does it take to write a short story? Savannah Cordova guides you through the process, sharing what she's learned from writing short stories of her own.

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An Update from Your New LitReactor Overlords

May 28th, 2024

LitReactor is officially returning under new ownership! You’ll find all the details here.

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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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Storyville: Tropes As a Jumping-Off Point

September 25th, 2023

(For reference, check out tvtropes.org as it has a TON of great information.)

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Robert Kirkman's Non-Walking-Dead Comics

September 22nd, 2023

Header image: Pixabay Robert Kirkman is in a weird spot. Because The Walking Dead was such a cultural phenomenon, it’s what he’ll be known for forever, the first line in his obituary, FOR SURE.

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To Carrie White, Signed with Pig's Blood

September 21st, 2023

Dear Carrie White,

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