Four Questions With Bree Ogden, Instructor For 'Intro To Graphic Novel Writing'
Column by Bree Ogden
Literary agent, Bree Ogden answers some common questions about the process of creating graphic novels in anticipation of her upcoming LitReactor class.
LURID: The End Of The World As We Know It
Column by Karina Wilson
2012 is here. Before you cash out your 401(K) and start stockpiling weaponry (don’t forget the ammo!), let Lurid get all eschatological on your ass.
The 10 Best Book To Movie Casting Decisions
Column by Meredith Borders
As book lovers, we feel protective of our favorite characters, entitled to them in a way that is often threatened by inexplicable casting. Below are ten times that the casting directors nailed it.
The Pompous Fool As Narrator
Column by Jack Joslin
A detailed look at the sub-genre of fiction where the pompous fool reigns supreme as narrator.
Down With The Double Tap! (Why You Shouldn't Space Twice After Sentences)
Column by Rob Hart
Many of us were taught we should insert two spaces after a sentence, but it's the appendix of typography; it serves no purpose and we'd be better off without it. Here's how to break the habit.
Writing Effective Dialogue
Column by Jon Gingerich
Writing authentic, compelling and engaging dialogue is one of the most vital yet misunderstood challenges of the writing process.
Ask The Lit Coach: 'Can You Publish Your First Novel If You're Broke?' and More
Column by Erin Reel
The Lit Coach prioritizes book publicity, author platform, and stresses the importance of the quality of work in Issue 7 of Ask The Lit Coach.
LitReactor Staff Picks: The Best Books of 2011
Column by Joshua Chaplinsky
Members of the LitReactor writing staff list their favorite books read in the year of our Lord 2011.
The Top 10 Book to Film Adaptations That Were Actually Good
Column by John Jarzemsky
A list of films that have defied the conventions of the old adage "the book is always better!"
The Changing Character
Column by Jon Gingerich
Does a character have to “change” during the course of a story? Do they have to evolve? Or can they continue behaving the same as always, even at the end of the narrative?
