Xlibris Publishing| Noeline Slowgrove Pt 2
Xlibris Publishing returns with Noeline Slowgrove, author of TWO WORLDS, ALIENS and ANGELS, and X’LENT TALES. After numerous rejections from publishers, I became fed up with the idea of publishing, and banished all my characters to MARS. But I did continue to write and joined as many creative writing classes as I could to […] READ MORE |
Author: Thomas McKinley
Xlibris Writing Tips| The Sword and Sorcery Genre
There are many genres under the umbrella of Fantasy, and every year authors come up with either new genres, new interpretations of genres, or combinations of genres. In this article, Xlibris Writing Tips will discuss a genre that appears to be little discussed at the best of times and denigrated at the worst. We are […] READ MORE |
Xlibris Author| Stephen Hiss, The Lion Without a Tail
Xlibris Publishing introduces Stephen Hiss, author of The Lion Without a Tail. Who is the author “behind” the book? I am a retired healthcare administrator. I managed Radiology, Cardiology, Neurology, and Radiation Oncology services at various times throughout my career. I have a masters degree in healthcare administration. My publishing background includes three […] READ MORE |
Xlibris Writing Tips| Fantasy Pt. 3
Xlibris Publishing concludes its series on writing in the fantasy genre with this final installment. Touchstones: When writing in the fantasy genre, there can be a strong temptation to completely leave the real world behind. After all, is not fantasy an escape from the trappings of normalcy? It can be tempting to write whole […] READ MORE |
Xlibris Writing Tips| Fantasy Pt. 2
Xlibris Publishing returns to share some advice and tips on writing in the Fantasy Genre. Think Outside Box: while Tolkien popularized the images of graceful elves, unyielding dwarves, and flawed but valiant humans, do not be afraid to reinterpret classic fantasy ideas or even use whole new ideas. Do not be afraid to depict […] READ MORE |