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Reflections on ProWritingAid's 2024 Fantasy Writers’ Week

Reflections on ProWritingAid's 2024 Fantasy Writers’ Week

This year's “Fantasy Writers' Week” welcomed both familiar faces and fresh presenters. Overall, it was an enjoyable and enlightening experience, but I missed the author interviews.

Puzzling Phenomena: A guide to paranormal fiction

Puzzling Phenomena: A guide to paranormal fiction

Psychic powers, odd occurrences, and cryptic creatures—paranormal fiction transcends the confines of the known and delves into the unexplained. This article dives into the classification, origins, settings, and themes of this extraordinary genre.

Curio Fiction—a fantasy subgenre

Curio Fiction—a fantasy subgenre

Ever heard of curio fiction? Coined by author Diane Callahan, this term defines a unique genre. Here are the defining features and tropes that shape curio fiction.

Empathy in fiction: portrayals in literature and comics

Empathy in fiction: portrayals in literature and comics

While paranormal abilities like telepathy, telekinesis, and clairvoyance often receive the most attention, empathy still is a mainstay in fiction. Five examples show the exploration of empathetic abilities in literature and comics.

Unveiling the beyond: paranormal, supernatural, or urban fantasy

Unveiling the beyond: paranormal, supernatural, or urban fantasy

People frequently use the terms “paranormal” and “supernatural” interchangeably. However, the terms are fluid. This article explores the distinctions between these two genres and urban fantasy.

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