Many people are craving stories right now with gentle plots and hopeful themes to contrast the recent dystopic trends in publishing, media, and real-life dramas. So, what makes for positive science fiction and fantasy and what are some favorite examples of the brighter side of speculative fiction.
Author Spotlight: Dawn Vogel
Today’s Author Spotlight guest is Dawn Vogel, a multi-genre author with interests in history, mythology, and K-pop!
She’s sharing writing tips and more!
The DMV In Speculative Fiction
Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia have rich histories, interesting people, and lots of weird nooks and crannies that make a great setting for a story. Panelists discuss their favorite books set in the DMV and the fun and frustrations of setting stories in and around the nation’s capital.
Author Spotlight: Deborah Jarvis
Today’s Author Spotlight guest is Deborah Jarvis — a fantasy writer who is crazy about greyhounds and sharing her love of reading!
She’s sharing writing tips and more!
Week In Review: February 4th, 2023
As always, Morgan was a busy bee ALL WEEK LONG!
Sharing tips about handling Impostor Syndrome , talking about Standalone Novels, and writing tips from this week’s author spotlight guest: Steve Heiman.
Plus, check out my upcoming events! #ScribbleCon is next weekend!
In Defense of the Standalone Novel
In a sea of book series, the standalone novel can be a breath of fresh air. What are the virtues of the standalone novel and what makes for a good one? Might there be a resurgence of the standalone novel in the near future?
Author Spotlight: Steve Heiman
Today’s Author Spotlight guest is Steve Heiman, a writer of humorous sci-fi adventures and a huge fan of pizza.
He’s sharing writing tips and more!
Week In Review: January 28, 2023
As always, Morgan was a busy bee ALL WEEK LONG!
Sharing tips for when you disagree with your beta readers, how those big feedback items often have simple fixes, and writing tips from this week’s author spotlight guest Leon Stevens!
Plus, check out my upcoming events!
What To Do When You Disagree with the Beta Reader Feedback
After you’ve finished drafting a manuscript and polishing it as well as you can on your own, for most of…