Science-Fiction – Andrew McDowell

Where Do I Go from Here?

With the new year coming, we always think about what we’re going to do differently. I’ve discussed resolutions before, but now I’ll speculate on where things may be going next for me as a writer. Presently, the sequel to Mystical Greenwood is is in the hand of beta readers, and Fae Corps is aiming toContinue reading “Where Do I Go from Here?”

Reading Fantasy and Science Fiction

Many thanks to author Jamie Adams for this opportunity to discuss the appeal of reading fantasy and science fiction stories. I enjoyed his work The Fathers, The Sons, and The Anxious Ghost. Reading Fantasy and Science Fiction – Guest Post Happy Holidays, everyone! Don’t forget that books make great gifts!

Guest Barista, Andrew McDowell on Writer’s Resources

Originally posted on Go Dog Go Café:
Writers must read and conduct research to build their stories. No matter the genre, writers need to build plot and characters to create something that will appeal to readers, and there are many books offering tips and insights into these elements. I will discuss those titles I have…

The Importance of Names (Video)

Watch my talk on the importance of names for characters, settings, and things at the Annapolis Chapter of the MWA if you haven’t yet: This was my first talk geared specifically towards writers. I had a wonderful turnout that evening, and I’ve been informed that some of those who attended used what they learned inContinue reading “The Importance of Names (Video)”

Building Worlds

Writers create more than stories and characters. They create places, sometimes within the world of today or the past. There are also places, and whole worlds that never existed, except within the imagination. I find the key to worldbuilding is how believable it feels. A good setting, however fantastical, must feel real to the writer and readerContinue reading “Building Worlds”

What’s in a Name?

So asks the heroine of Romeo and Juliet. Her new boyfriend’s name is hated by her family, whose own name is hated by his in turn. Names are an integral part of our identity, which Juliet acknowledges. Their families’ names define the feud, while their individual names have become symbolic of tragic forbidden love. AsContinue reading “What’s in a Name?”