Genre is a hot topic of discussion in the writing world, and new writers particularly wonder how much does genre matter? What genre do YOU like to write (or read)?

Genre is a hot topic of discussion in the writing world, and new writers particularly wonder how much does genre matter? What genre do YOU like to write (or read)?
One of the fastest ways to alienate readers is to get your facts wrong. How far would you go to bring authenticity and interesting elements into your story?
Sarah (Sally) Hamer examines the question many writers want to know: how many scenes do we actually need to include in our stories?
Cover artist Melinda VanLone discusses trends in Sci Fi and Fantasy genre book covers and shares a new game-changing cover innovation.
Stefan Emunds demystifies the process of applying psychology to storytelling to enhance your skills and the readers’ experience.
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