by Beth Barany · Published November 3, 2022 · Last modified May 13, 2026
Free Download | PRINTABLE | WRITING PROMPTSSign up here to get your World Building Workbook for Fiction WritersOverwhelmed by world-building for your science fiction or fantasy novel?Use these prompts to brainstorm your story’s world....
by Beth Barany · Published October 9, 2022 · Last modified February 17, 2024
For science fiction and fantasy authors who want to create optimistic stories Talk to a writing coach. BETH BARANY@bethbaranyWhen we vision what is possible, we help make it so. Gain clarity, so you can...
by Beth Barany · Published September 21, 2022 · Last modified July 29, 2026
How To Write The Future podcast How To Write the Future — SF/F Writing Podcast | WFZ215+ episodes of practical craft advice for science fiction and fantasy writers. Hosted by Beth Barany. Listen on...
Every year for the last 23 years, many writers commit to this crazy/amazing/brilliant {free} community and world-wide challenge that is NaNoWriMo. I know lots of writers who use this month to focus and get...
Enjoy this post and video about “Adapt Your Fiction to a Screenplay: A Conversation with Dan Calvisi and Beth Barany.” *** In which Beth interviews Daniel about his Infostack offer for Write Publish Profit...
When a writer understands writing is a process and a business, they position themselves to improve and succeed as authors.
Dave Chesson discusses how to build an online presence with an author website and offers some simple advice on where to start.
by Beth Barany · Published December 6, 2021 · Last modified March 5, 2026
World Building in Fantasy, Interview with Beth Barany (Podcast) Playlist for Build Better Worlds HTWTF Mini-series (YouTube link)Resources: World Building for Novelists by Beth BaranyBuild Better Worlds interview series with co-author, Michael Kilman: Part...
by Guest Contributor · Published September 28, 2021 · Last modified September 21, 2021
Getting published is hard enough, but in addition, there are plenty of publishing scams that would love to drain your money and squander your hard work. Thao Nguyen tells us how to spot these scams.
Let’s welcome back monthly columnist Keri Kruspe as she shares with us “Wordsmith at 60.” Enjoy! *** “Dream On” – Aerosmith, 1973 Half my life’s in books, written pages Live and learn from fools...
Discover 3 essential tasks a ghostwriter does and see if you may want to become one with freelance writer, Thao Nguyen.
One indie author shares her unrealistic expectations about achieving success, so we can all learn from her mistakes. She also shares an important tip she’s recently learned.
A writer’s podcast is a great way to stay abreast of industry changes and trends in writing, publishing, and marketing. Scifi romance author Keri Kruspe shares with us her favorite writer’s podcasts and new ones to investigate.
by Beth Barany · Published September 4, 2019
10 Ways to Meet Your Muse*Free Live Webinar*Generate ideas, write more, more often, and have fun doing so check What do great scene openings have in common? check How can you be confident that...
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