Tag: editing
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Five Questions: Cai Emmons, author of Weather Woman
Author’s note: Cai Emmons died January 2, 2023. My Five Questions series is back after a hiatus, and I’m excited to present the answers of Cai Emmons, author of a fascinating new novel, Weather Woman. Climate change plays a big role in this story of a young broadcast meteorologist who discovers a unique talent: she…
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Preachiness: Do climate fiction writers suffer from this syndrome?
The author discusses the challenges of addressing climate change in fiction without sounding preachy. They emphasize the need for subtle incorporation of environmental themes to engage readers meaningfully.
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10 amazing authors who put climate change into their novels
Here’s 10 authors you may not have read, but whom offer amazing and thoughtful stories about a warmed future.
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Three reasons why you should put climate change in your next novel
Writers should incorporate climate change into their narratives to reflect readers’ real experiences, concerns, and discussions about its impacts, shaping character evolution and engaging with contemporary issues.
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Protagonists must grow: What happens when they don’t?
The television series, The Last Kingdom, is an exciting historical drama, but the way it treats the arc of protagonist Uhtred of Bebbanburg doesn’t measure up to the material. Fishermen love a good fish story, especially the one that got away. I was hooked by the BBC America television series The Last Kingdom, but the…
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3 ways to cope with literary critics without losing your mind
Writers often face harsh criticism, with critics nitpicking details rather than providing constructive feedback. Developing resilience and separating personal feelings from reviews is crucial for coping with criticism.
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Six rules for putting climate change into your fiction
Climate fiction focuses on long-term climate change impacts on society, rooted in science. Writers are encouraged to explore creativity without strict rules while maintaining relevance to Earth’s challenges.