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When Urban Fantasy Isn’t So Urban
Urban fantasy vs. contemporary fantasy: what happens when your “urban” story takes place in a small town? Join me as I unpack the maze of fantasy subgenres and share lessons learned from past books.

Susan
Nov 30, 20253 min read


Satire and suckers: A conversation with G.A. Finocchiaro
“From bachelor party awkwardness to blood-soaked mayhem, Suckers takes a familiar setup and twists it into something wild and wicked. With vampires, satire, and a club themed around the seven deadly sins, Suckers is a genre-bending ride that refuses to follow the rules—much like its creator, G.A. Finocchiaro.” In this interview, we talk dread, defiance, and the art of writing for your toughest critic: yourself. Your new novel, Suckers, has just been released. Can you tell us
firemaidenelf
Nov 7, 20254 min read


Farewell to a friend
This blog post isn't really about writing. Well, it is and it isn't. Just over one week ago, a very close friend of mine -- Maureen --...

Susan
Sep 13, 20253 min read


Fierce Hearts
How love and loyalty define some of my favorite characters

Susan
Aug 1, 20253 min read


The long and winding road...
Drafting a novel for me is more like a stroll down a curving road, the fewer sign posts the better.

Susan
Jun 25, 20252 min read


Does the thought of taking risks make you quake? Here's five reasons you should take more of them.
Taking risks might be intimidating but they can have a lot of benefits. Here are five reasons taking risks can be beneficial.

Susan
May 25, 20254 min read


All I hear is the blah, blah, blah
To much "telling" in your novel could mean a lot of blah, blah, blah. Learn how to "show, not tell" to help pull readers into your story.

Susan
May 16, 20254 min read


No one will know about your books if you don't talk about them... An interview with author Kaytalin Platt
Author Kaytalin Platt discusses her writing process and shares what she's learned about marketing your book through social media.

Susan
Apr 25, 20257 min read


Local indie bookstores... like a box of chocolates
E-books are great, but my heart belongs to roaming through bookstores, and here are a few local indie bookstores that I highly recommend..

Susan
Apr 10, 20253 min read


A conversation with Brian Fitzpatrick, author and screenwriter
Join us for a conversation with author and screenwriter, Brian Fitzpatrick.

Susan
Mar 28, 20255 min read


Microfiction: try it, you might like it
Microfiction challenges can be a great way to boost your confidence and expose you to genres you've never tried before.

Susan
Mar 23, 20253 min read


Let's Build Magic: Designing a magic system for your
Enhance your fantasy novel with a magic system.

Susan
Feb 13, 20254 min read


Ditching the side hustle
Who says you have to have a side hustle and monetize your joy?

Susan
Feb 7, 20252 min read


Unlocking Creativity: Tips from Red Fox Writer
Are you feeling stuck in a creative rut? Looking for ways to unlock your creativity and get those ideas flowing? Read on to find some...

Susan
Feb 6, 20252 min read


Five Favorites for Your Bookshelf
Are you a book lover looking for your next captivating read? Here are five of Red Fox Writer's favorite books. Grab a copy, get cozy, and...

Susan
Feb 2, 20252 min read
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