So much of urban fantasy is on the dark side. Is there room for humor? Richard Kadrey, Maurice Broaddus, Debbie Lynn Smith, Chantelle Osman, and Howard Taylor tell authors how to find a balance.
How realistically should scientists behave in fiction? Would science still be cool if scientists in books follow the rules? Scott Rice-Snow, Eugene Fischer, Cat Rambo, and Chris Jackson full us in.
Will vampires ever die? How can authors revive what's seen as a tired subject? Are there any new facets to be explored? Christopher Husberg and Erik Scott de Bie weigh in.
How does War Magic work in a nautical environment? Key issues are structural integrity, propulsion, navigation, and communication. Robert Mosher and Mark McDonaugh discuss tactics and strategy.
What happens after your book is submitted to a publisher? Anton Strout, Marco Palmieri, Julie Leung, and Carl Engle-Laird explain how the sausage is made.
What exactly is a fantasy story, and how can you tell if yours fits the bill? Jody Lynn Nye, Chris Morgan, Gregory A. Wilson, and Erin Evans give us the details.
How do you know if the story you're writing is really science fiction? Jim Minz, David Mack, Patrick Tomlinson, Jody Lynn Nye, and Cat Rambo can help you find the answer.
For over 50 years, the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers has been serving working F&SF writers. In 2017, it opened to game writers. Cat Rambo explains what SFWA does for its members.
What can an agent do (and not do!) for your writing career? Lisa Rodgers, Carl Engle-Laird, Dana Cameron, and Chantelle Osman discuss how agents help writers navigate the publication waters.