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The One Sentence That Can Ruin Your Whole Day
Your space-warping, mind-bending science fiction/fantasy novel isn't just action set pieces and breathtaking ideas — it's got character and atmosphere. And when you're developing those things, it's tempting to reach for that great tool, the Topic Sentence. But beware. More »

10/07/09

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By Charlie Jane Anders
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Make Your Epic Space Novel Live Up To Your "Elevator Pitch"
The best science-fiction novels boast panoramic world-building and complex ideas. But eventually, you must explain your grand design in a few sentences. This is what's called the "elevator pitch," and it's actually a helpful way of thinking about your novel. More »

07/22/09

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By Charlie Jane Anders
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8 Unstoppable Rules For Writing Killer Short Stories

03/12/08

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