Tag Archives: Writing

Q&A with novelist Kate Riordan @midaspr @thenovelry #NationalStoryTellingWeek #YourStoryMyStory #AuthorInterview @KateRiordanUK

Posted on January 28, 2022 by Fictionophile

Kate Riordan is a tutor at The Novelry. Offering support for beginner and established authors at any stage of their writing career, The Novelry will take writers from the very kernel of an idea through to a polished manuscript ready … Continue reading →

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ELEVEN well-known books that were inspired by dreams

Posted on July 4, 2019 by Fictionophile

Introduction by Brigid Ludwig Did you know that Stephen King dreamed the entire plot of ‘Misery’ on a plane? If you’ve ever been unable to put a great book down, you know how easy it is to get lost in … Continue reading →

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Dadaism in Literature: an infographic (guest post)

Posted on April 6, 2019 by Fictionophile

Dadaism, a cultural and artistic movement that spanned mediums and countries alike, began as a rejection of nationalism as World War I raged on throughout Europe. Many European artists were forced to leave the country or face persecution, leading to … Continue reading →

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12 common confusing words – an infographic

Posted on April 4, 2019 by Fictionophile

My love of the English language knows no bounds. That being said, it can pose some formidable challenges at times. Below is an infographic from GrammarCheck.net that lists some of the most challenging word usage hurdles.  The one I’m most … Continue reading →

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Breaking down writer’s block: an infographic

Posted on November 23, 2018 by Fictionophile

I know that in addition to readers and bookbloggers, some of my followers are authors or aspiring to be authors. Therefore, when approached by Freewrite to post this infographic on Fictionophile, I readily agreed. The following is a guest post … Continue reading →

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“Grave Island” by Andrew Smyth: the research behind the thriller

Posted on June 28, 2018 by Fictionophile

Grave Island by Andrew Smyth is out today, 28th June (Bloodhound Books) In this guest post, the author, Andrew Smyth, shares his research process with us. But first… the blurb: When Philip Hennessey is thrown out of army intelligence after … Continue reading →

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Friday finds (gems I found around the Internet)

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Fictionophile

Like most book bloggers I spend WAY too much time on the computer.  Sometimes though, it is time well spent. Sometimes you find little treasures.   I thought I’d share three of these gems with you! A fantastically creepy ‘Flash Fiction’ … Continue reading →

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The weird side of famous writers

Posted on April 8, 2018 by Fictionophile

It is common knowledge that athletes and sports fans have some odd rituals, some would say quirks. I’m thinking of fans who always wear the same shirt to watch a game, athletes who carry a personal talisman with them on … Continue reading →

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Daily writing routines of 20 famous authors

Posted on February 25, 2018 by Fictionophile

Hidden beneath every sentence of your favourite book lies the author’s inspiration and creative machinery. Many writers rely on a writing routine to keep them working at an optimal level. Psychologically, writing routines can provide a sense of comfort and … Continue reading →

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Author Dan Buri shares his creative writing tips (Guest post #writingtips )

Posted on December 8, 2017 by Fictionophile

Today I’d like to welcome Dan Buri to Fictionophile.  Last summer I had the opportunity to read and review his book “Pieces like pottery“, so I was excited to hear that he has now written a book packed with writing … Continue reading →

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Talking about “A Writer’s Path Writers Club”

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Fictionophile

Hello everyone! A fellow blogger of A Writer’s Path, Ryan Lanz, has announced the launch of his new initiative: A Writer’s Path Writers Club. After looking at the writing market for years, he noticed a need for a Writers Club of this kind. … Continue reading →

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Inkitt launches a FREE writing program in November!

Posted on November 1, 2017 by Fictionophile

They say that everyone has at least one book in them. ‘They‘ were clearly not talking about me. However, many of you out there in bloggyland DO have a book inside you that you are eager to get out. It … Continue reading →

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Glorious, complicated, perverse English language

Posted on April 5, 2017 by Fictionophile

As an English speaking person, I take the vagaries of the English language for granted.  I can only imagine how difficult it must be to learn English as a second language.  It would seem that for every rule there is an … Continue reading →

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Some challenges of being a writer (Guest post by attorney/novelist, Steve Clark)

Posted on February 17, 2017 by Fictionophile

Writing a novel is hard work.  Hard work that some authors make look easy, but it is hard all the same.  Today on Fictionophile I have the privilege of hosting a guest post by attorney/novelist Steve Clark, the author of … Continue reading →

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Guest Post: Writing a Mystery/Thriller by Ann W. J. White, M.Ed.

Posted on January 17, 2017 by Fictionophile

I am participating in the Mystery Thriller Week event and thought you’d enjoy reading this guest post by Ann W. J. White. Mystery Thriller Week Mystery literature is undergoing a resurgence with the American public. We find ourselves in need … Continue reading →

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