Friday Snippet – God Slayer
This weeks snippet is the opening to my current WIP Godslayer – a YA fantasy. I’d love to know what …
Author Archives: Ruth Ellen Parlour
Friday Snippet
This week’s snippet is from my short story, Arbeit Macht Frei, which I’m hoping to e-publish. It’s a story contrasting …
The Fairy Tale Trap by Emily Casey Author Interview
I’d like to welcome Emily Casey and thank her for visiting on her blog tour! Ivy has never liked mirrors. …
Writing Tip – My Beef with Plots
This isn’t just about novels. I’ve just today finished playing Metal Gear Solid 4 on the Playstation 3. I’m a big …
From a Child’s Point of View
I found this little piece of paper when I was moving some old boxes. It was written by my brother …
Dear Postman… A Real Life Narrative
My friend sent me a parcel for Christmas and inside the envelope was this piece of narrative; Apart from …
Writing Tip – What Makes a Character?
If we think about what makes a person we get; ‘A person is built up of the people and situations …
Submissions and Rejections in Traditional Publishing
Every writer who’s ever been published will have accepted rejection somewhere along the line, whether it’s one rejection or more …
How to Give Constructive Criticism to Another Writer
As a writer, particularly if you’re just starting out, it’s imperative that you have someone else look at your work. …
Tactical Magic Casting for Magicians and Magical Beings
Any fantasy writer who uses magic in their world needs to consider how the magic works, and the different types …