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FOR WRITERS: Thanks for That!

January 15, 2022 by scott

FOR WRITERS Today’s writer topic comes from QSFer Scott: What’s the best piece of writing advice you ever got? Writers: This is a writer chat – you are welcome to share your own book/link, as long as it fits the chat, but please do so as part of a discussion about the topic. Chat on FacebookChat on MeWe

FOR WRITERS: Tips for Success

October 3, 2020 by scott

FOR WRITERS Today’s writer topic comes from QSFer Kari Trenten: What are the things you need to know in order to survive as a writer? Share your tips – practical and otherwise. Writers: This is a writer chat – you are welcome to share your own book/link, as long as it fits the chat, but please do so as part of a discussion about the topic. Join the chat: FB: http://bit.ly/1MvPABVMeWe: http://bit.ly/2mjg8lf

FOR AUTHORS: Best Author Advice Groups

February 1, 2018 by scott

FOR WRITERS Today’s writer topic comes from QSFer KL Whitestar: What Facebook writing groups do authors recommend for good advice on writing?” I’m not looking for publishing advice, just advice/discussion on writing technique, lessons, bouncing around ideas etc. I don’t feel QSF goes into that as much as it does Promo, Opinions, and general fun stuff. Not that it’s bad, it’d be hard to cover every topic. I’m just looking for something more specific. Thanks! Join the chat

FOR WRITERS: Advice for Aspiring Writers

January 5, 2018 by scott

FOR WRITERS Today’s writer topic comes from QSFer Jennifer Slusher: A Checklist of what aspiring writers will need when they go to a publisher. Example: Do we need a copyright in place? Should we register our work with the Writer’s Guild? etc. Last time we did this, we saved the results here: https://www.queerscifi.com/knowledge-base/42-tips-for-new-writers/ Join the chat

Nuclear War News You Can Use

August 18, 2017 by scott

A nuclear explosion would be devastating to the planet ― and would mean a very bad hair day for millions. That’s the unnerving wisdom contained in tips the government has issued for dealing with a nuclear blast. Along with standard advice, like covering your head and not looking directly at the flashing fireball, comes this hair-raising recommendation: “Wash your hair with shampoo or soap and water. Do not use conditioner in your hair because it will bind radioactive material to your hair, keeping it from rinsing out easily.” This bit of nuclear wisdom has been around for a while. But … Read more

FOR WRITERS: What’s Your Writing Bible?

June 1, 2017 by scott

FOR WRITERS Today’s writer topic comes from QSFer MD Grimm: What books on writing do you refer to the most? One of my favorites is “Dynamic Characters” by Nancy Kress. It’s my bible. I look at it when I need a refresher. So what about all of you? What’s your writer’s bible? Join the chat

Asta’s Annotations: How to Make Your Editor (and Yourself) Happy

July 28, 2016July 15, 2016 by scott

Greetings! My name is Asta, and welcome to my new column Asta’s Annotations.

Since this is my first time posting, allow me to introduce my column and myself. I am a published author of both mainstream (Nicki J. Markus) and LGBT (Asta Idonea) fiction. I am also a qualified freelance editor, working mainly on LGBT manuscripts. I’ll be posting a monthly column at Queer Sci-Fi in which I’ll cover a range of topics. However, my primary focus will be on tips and tricks for writers and style discussions. Wearing my editor hat, I’ll also offer some advice on preparing your manuscript/submission, and that’s where I thought I’d start today. All my posts will draw on my personal experience. It may be that my tips won’t suit everyone, but even if they aren’t for you, I hope they’ll offer a springboard to help you find your personal style and preference. So, without further ado….