Writers start as readers when certain books speak to us and we want to emulate those stories with our own versions. This is how we inevitably choose which genre we'll write in going forward. For me, I started out writing thrillers because I was a big fan of Dean Koontz. But as my writing career progressed I found myself drawn more to the world of fantasy instead. So, I made the switch and started writing under the fantasy umbrella and all its subgenres. Which led me to my lat

Have you ever stumbled across an old manuscript you forgot about or circled back to a half-baked story idea that was loosely flushed out in an effort to finish it? This happens a lot with writers and they either tuck it back in the drawer, throw it out, or...as in my case...they dive back into the story. If you're the latter, you might be wondering how to revisit a story you wrote a long time ago when you're in a different place with your writing. Revisiting a story you onc

Writing speculative fiction means building entire universes, juggling complex plots, and often exploring dark themes. These demands can drain your mental and physical energy in ways that differ from other genres. If you’ve felt the weight of #AuthorBurnout creeping in during your latest #Worldbuilding session, you’re not alone. This post offers practical wellness hacks tailored to #FantasyWriters and #SciFiWriters who want to protect their #CreativeHealth and keep their story