how to write a space western

Writing a Space Western: How to Write Cowboys in Space

When writing a story in the space western genre, consider the following elements: Western Hero Tropes. Themes of Exploration and Isolation How Does Technology Push Human Expansion? Arid/Desolate Setting The space western is a niche subgenre of sci fi that pulls elements of classic American …

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sci fi short story beginning tips

How to Start a Sci Fi Short Story

Often, starting a sci fi short story can be daunting.  Are you diving into an expansive, cosmic world?  Tackling concepts that bend the mind?  Like any story, there are techniques that bring your ideas down to earth and catch your reader/viewer. Start a sci fi …

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scary marvel villains

Scariest Villains in Marvel Comics

There are plenty of bad guys to deal with in the Marvel universe, but the scariest are:  The Beast Mephisto Shadow King Demon Bear The One Below All Varnae Gorr the God Butcher Knull The Symbiote God Carnage The Void Nightmare Shuma-Gorath The Beast No, …

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worldbuilding advice for writers

Guide to Immersive World Building: Writing RPG and Stories

Immersive world building comes down to one goal: bring the audience into the story, especially in genres like sci fi and fantasy.  This means making the audience believe your characters are inhabiting a real world. Consider these elements while worldbuilding for a fantasy or sci …

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