Does it just mean it takes place in a city? I don’t think so. Is it gritty? Dark fae? Typically futuristic dystopian? Urban fantasy incorporates magic—wizardry, the…… Read more “What characterizes urban fantasy?”
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What makes steampunk unique?
I’ve had some vague sense that steampunk involves anachronism. Technologies out of place for their time. It might mean parallel universes since it entails a world with…… Read more “What makes steampunk unique?”
When you’re writing an emotional or difficult scene, how do you set the mood?
I realized today that I enter a difficult scene with excitement now, rather than getting intimidated by its logistics, because I know to find the emotional hook…… Read more “When you’re writing an emotional or difficult scene, how do you set the mood?”
What are common traps for new authors?
There are a few fallacies that writers fall into, I think, creating stumbling blocks for themselves. One of them is the fear that others will steal their…… Read more “What are common traps for new authors?”
What would you say to an author who wanted to design their own cover?
Since I started writing novels, I’ve imagined designing my covers, expressing my vision. This is a tough topic because I kind of straddle the fence on the…… Read more “What would you say to an author who wanted to design their own cover?”
What does success mean to you?
I guess the answer is touching people. Lately I’ve felt successful as a writer. It’s certainly not because I’m making money from it. In fact, more often…… Read more “What does success mean to you?”
Supergirl
I stumbled on this series which is not my typical choice. Well, sci fi is, but I don’t often choose an American series unless it’s Lucifer or…… Read more “Supergirl”
What is your favorite scene in any of your books?
This 1925 painting reminds me of the winter faire in my first book, Braided Dimensions! Over time, the scene my mind goes back to with most relish…… Read more “What is your favorite scene in any of your books?”
Talking to Readers
Recently I posted about Anchor Bay campground and how Highway 1 loops around it in a horseshoe. Last night, I went to a house on a road…… Read more “Talking to Readers”
How long do you spend researching before beginning a book?
Being a writer of fantasy and science fiction, I don’t research before starting a book. But I did a great deal of research during the writing of…… Read more “How long do you spend researching before beginning a book?”
Marie Judson 