Foreshadowing provides hints to what happens later in the story. It helps build suspense and can tie up loose ends. Learn how to use it effectively.

When you absolutely must cause a character’s demise, how do you do that without enraging your readers? Ellen Buikema shares four ways.

In part 2 we look at weaving the backstory, planning a civilization, inventing tech, and character development, with the science that solves or creates trouble.

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In part 1 of Writing Science Fiction, Ellen Buikema shares the basic types of sci-fi and explores 10 possible themes within the genre.