Author: Our Special Guest

My Best Review Ever

Posted by Our Special Guest | Nov 14, 2018 | Life

Bestselling author Jerry B. Jenkins recalls what kept him up at night while editing his first novel. And how that led to the best review he’s ever gotten.

4 Steps to a Fabulous Finished First Draft

Posted by Our Special Guest | Nov 7, 2018 | Life

Without a solid first draft, there’s nothing to revise, submit, and publish.

Writing Horror: Tips from the Demon-Haunted Trenches

Posted by Our Special Guest | Oct 31, 2018 | Horror

On this Halloween, award-winning crime & horror writer Dave Zeltserman offers 5 tips for writing horror.

Tricks for Treats: 7 Simple Elements for Making a Proper Horror Novel

Posted by Our Special Guest | Oct 31, 2018 | Horror

Make a proper horror novel—one uniquely yours—but include these 7 elements.

10 Essential Elements to Include in Your Gothic Novel

Posted by Our Special Guest | Oct 30, 2018 | Horror

Demystify gothic literature with this guide to its defining elements and examples of the genre.

How to Balance Character and Action

Posted by Our Special Guest | Oct 26, 2018 | Craft

How can writers effectively balance characterization and action in a way that captivates readers and keeps them engrossed into the wee hours of the night? This NYT Bestselling author shares her secrets.