The Meaning of “Past” in Historical Fiction
Why do we choose a particular historical event or era for our historical fiction? What’s the trigger and how do we discover our true theme?
Writing Contemplative Poetry: an Interview with Jerome Gagnon
Interview with poet Jerome Gagnon, author of Rumors of Wisdom (winner, Louis Book Award, Concrete Wolf Press), and Spell of the Ordinary (chapbook, Finishing Line Press).
Making a World from Small Details
How small details contribute to a story’s emotional setting.
How Much is Enough? Research and Your Novel
How thorough does your research have to be? Discussion and Examples.
World Building: Finding Freedom through Structure
The importance of structure in world building.