Interview with Pete Wilhoit, drummer for the group Fiction Plane. Fiction Plane also made up of Sting's son, Joe Sumner as front-man and Seton Daunt on guitar.

Non-Fiction articles, books, stories

Writing Fiction

This article highlights my experiences in the field of fiction, and how it has helped me writer a better non-fiction article.

A short interview with Carole Bellacera (romance novelist and author of over 200 short stories and articles) gave me insight and inspiration on how to move from nonfiction to fiction.

Edith Wharton won the Pulitzer for Age of Innocence. This review highlights the key points of the short book, and explains why for any serious fiction writer it's worth reading.

Article on the many places to find science fiction texts in free, legal electronic forms.

Character sheets are not only good for role-playing games. Fiction writers can use them too. They can help you turn your flat, boring character into a completely real person.

Writing a fiction short story or novel takes a lot of different skills. However, there are three main plot elements that are absolute necessities when writing fiction. Learn what they are and why you need them here.

This article reviews several of the many short fiction contests in the United States.

Every fictional story needs some basic things to make it good. Learn how to fulfill those needs so that readers will be entranced by your fiction writing.

editorial on Christian Science Fiction

Fiction writers often spout nonsense about "finding the muse" as an excuse to not be writing. This article demonstrates how breaking down your ultimate goal into mini goals will garner success.

What do writers and readers expect from fiction that contains magic?

Fiction Writers: Don't be fooled into thinking your novels can't have a "formula." Read tips from well-known writing instructors on how to create a formula which will give readers an emotional experience.

Explores the infancy of African American fiction. What appears to be an odd splatter on the literary canvas is actually Black writers trying to find their unique voice in an already colorful and competitive marketplace.

Collections of fiction short stories are becoming increasing popular in the writing world. Some books listed here to study up on if you wish to venture into that genre.

Pulp Fiction isn't about Travolta's character or the actor's comeback. This movie is really the story of a gangster's redemption and salvation.

According to a survey, you've undoubtedly heard of, and even used the "Five Second Rule" when you've dropped food on the floor. But, is it fact or fiction? Find out what you need to know by reading this informative article today!

It's difficult to really categorize any truly great piece of literature or art. There's an extremely faint line dividing the genres of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and the Metaphysical.

2006 marks the 50th anniversary of several classic science fiction movies, and summer weekends are the ideal time to watch these movies, with a bucket of popcorn and a suspension of disbelief. These movies paved the way for the classic TV shows of today.

Incorporation of reality into the story line or main plot can enhance the overall excitement of well written fiction, without destroying any of the plausible integrity.

Antimatter is one of the mainstays of science fiction. There are very few self respecting star ships on TV or in the movies that do not power their warp drives with antimatter fuel.

To get your kids writing, why not tap into their enjoyment of science fiction? From appreciating Harry Potter to loving Buzz Light-year, kids gravitate towards writing based on magic, space ships, aliens, and fantasy elements.

Writing realistic dialogue in fiction can be a daunting task. However, by following a few simple excercises, you will find yourself writing better and better dialogue in your fiction.

Every fan of horror or science fiction knows the name of Richard Matheson, from scripts for Vincent Price movies such as House of Usher, his own The Incredible Shrinking Man, to the classic vampire tale I Am Legend. Together now are his 86 short stories.

Science fiction's a fluid genre that changes with the course of time. It's a literary voice that evolves with a generation, the genre borne out of wonderment, out of curiosity, to satisfy the age-old question of "What if?"

What defines Christian fiction? There are different opinions on that, as well as misconceptions. Read on to learn about the Christianity in Christian fiction.

A heartfelt statement of appreciation for infinite possibility in the world of fiction by an as-of-yet unpublished writer. (That would be me.)

Young, unpublished fiction writers feel squeezed out of the literary world because of a lack of published credits, or a literary bio. This article serves to offer those writers sympathy and advice because the road is long, but worth traveling.