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Magic

Writing Techniques The Myth of Lightning: Or, How My “Morbid Curiosity” Led to My Most Recent Novel

Author Karen White shares how the “morbid curiosity” she received from her father has led to many of her novels, including her most recent.

Write Better Fiction Rachel Greenlaw: Write What Sets Your Soul on Fire Robert Lee Brewer

Write Better Fiction When Mystery and Mythology Collide Michael Woodson

Write Better Fiction 5 Tips for Adding a Little Magic to Your Rom-Com Lana Harper

Writing Techniques Creating Believable Magic Nan Fischer

Write Better Fiction Using Magic as Metaphor in Fantasy Novels Adrienne Tooley

Young Adult Adrienne Tooley: On Giving Time for Lightbulb Moments in Fiction Robert Lee Brewer

Write Better Fiction Mat Osman: On Finding Inspiration Through Doing the Work of Writing Robert Lee Brewer

Interviews Valeria Ruelas: On Teaching Tarot, Brujeria, and Witchcraft Robert Lee Brewer

Write Better Fiction 5 Tips for Mixing Magic and Romance in a Novel Sangu Mandanna

Writing Techniques Making Magic, Part 2: Structuring Your Unique System Moriah Richard

Writing Techniques Making Magic, Part 1: Defining and Selecting Magic Systems Moriah Richard

Writing Techniques Making Magic: Mastering the Art of Magical Realism Kristin Bair

Writing Genres 5 Lessons Studying Sleight-of-Hand Can Teach You About Writing Suspense Michael Kardos

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