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Now Write! Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror: Speculative Genre Exercises from Today's Best Writers and Teachers (Now Write! Series)

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Featuring speculative fiction-writing exercises from Harlan Ellison (R), Piers Anthony, Ramsey Campbell, Jack Ketchum, screenwriters of The Twilight Zone and Star Trek: The Next Generation, and many more.
 
The fifth volume in the acclaimed Now Write! writing-guide series offers a full toolbox of advice and exercises for speculative fiction writers hoping to craft an engaging alternate reality, flesh out an enthralling fantasy quest, or dream up a bloodcurdling plot twist, including:

-Harlan Ellison (R), on crafting the perfect story title

-Jack Ketchum, on how economy of language helps create a truly frightening tale

-Piers Anthony, on making fantastical characters feel genuine and relatable

Among the other writers incluided are: Steven Barnes, Peter Briggs, David Brin, Sara B. Cooper, Brian James Freeman, Joe R. Lansdale, Bruce McAllister, Vonda N. McIntyre, William F. Nolan, Michael Reaves, Melissa Scott, Michael Dillon Scott, Vanessa Vaughn and others.

This collection of storytelling secrets from top genre writers—including winners of Nebula, Hugo, Edgar, and Bram Stoker awards—is essential for any writer looking to take a leap beyond the ordinary.

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Previous editions of the Now Write! series have focused on nonfiction, general fiction, screenplays, and mysteries. It was inevitable it would get around to sf and fantasy, and why not? As the book’s contributors point out, there are a lot of unique challenges to writing in these genres. The dozens of essays here—some by notables including Harlan Ellison, Joe R. Lansdale, and Simon Clark—tackle such subjects as freelancing for sf TV series; writing interspecies romance; building an internally consistent system of magic; creating a compelling but believable villain; creating a television series; tapping into the most common human fears; and much more. The book’s only drawback may be that, in trying to pack so much into a relatively small space, the editor has selected a lot of very short essays: most of them are only a page or two long, and, in many cases, we’re just settling in, and suddenly we’re already done. A useful but also a tad superficial book. --David Pitt

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"Whether you're looking to write the next HUNGER GAMES or conceptualize the next installment of AMERICAN HORROR STORY, the newest NOW WRITE! installment will set you on the path to meeting your goal."
--Renee C. Fountain, New York Journal of Books

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4.6 out of 5

92.31% of customers are satisfied

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource!

J.G.C. · February 26, 2020

I began writing 3 years ago. I wish I had found your book then, but now is better than never. Very useful, with fast reads.

4.0 out of 5 stars Full of great ideas

J.V.S. · March 7, 2018

Lots of good prompts and ways to get past writer's block.

5.0 out of 5 stars Was exactly what she was looking for

E.M. · September 20, 2023

Got this for my daughter, she is an aspiring young writer and this was a fun surprise for her.

5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars

H.J.W. · October 23, 2016

Excellent read, informative

5.0 out of 5 stars As advertised

R.J. · May 10, 2019

As a writer the now write books are a great addition to my library. On time and packaged nicely

4.0 out of 5 stars So far, I am uncertain what clean and clear ...

D.E.F. · November 25, 2014

So far, I am uncertain what clean and clear benefit I've gained from reading this through. On the other hand, I found it encouraging to keep at what I've been attempting to accomplish for several years now.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good for teaching.

N. · April 8, 2018

This books has been an awesome teaching tool for my homeschoolers. Its full of different techniques that get them writing all types of short stories.

4.0 out of 5 stars handy reference

S. · March 30, 2014

This makes a handy reference book for those that write in this genre. Recommended for writers of any genre for the basic info in it.

Five Stars

W.B. · December 26, 2017

Informative

Thoughtful Contributions From Various Authors.

S.B. · September 2, 2018

A great collection of ideas, points-of-view, writing techniques and thought-provoking exercises to get you writing.

Fiction" where I found almost every contribution useful. That said

C.C. · January 26, 2017

I don't think the level of editing in this book is nearly as rigorous as that of "Now Write! Fiction" where I found almost every contribution useful. That said, there are enough very helpful contributions and exercises to definitely make it work the price and the time.

Great book of writing prompts for the speculative genre

C.E. · May 9, 2014

I have a couple of the Now Write Series and they are my go to books when I am stuck for ideas. The Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror exercises cover a broad range of topics including understanding the genre, ideas and inspiration, high stakes, building worlds, etc. There's a wealth of information and ideas presented for you to work with - the only hitch is that if you are looking for a beginner book, this might not be the right one for you. Instead, you might want to take a look at Writing Fantasy & Science Fiction: How to Create Out-of-This-World Novels and Short Stories.

Five Stars

A. · March 7, 2015

Great collection of essays on writing speculative fiction! Recommended!

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