We remember the strange things. When we discuss science fiction, we marvel over the bizarre landscapes and creepy creatures that crawl from the author’s imagination. 

Suspension of disbelief, however, rests a heavier burden on science fiction than similar genres, like fantasy, that also parade the unseen through the eye of imagination. Inspiration and realism, however, are not as far removed as you’d think.

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Conflict is a core part of the human experience, often expressed through violence in storytelling. 

From classic novels like Little Women to modern thrillers, violence can drive the plot and develop characters, but it should always serve a purpose. The key is to consider your goal: Are you creating atmosphere, building tension, or highlighting a turning point?

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What is Romance?

Romance focuses on a love story between characters and guarantees an emotionally satisfying or happy ending. It’s all about relationships, passion, and the journey to love.

Key Elements: 

• Central love story
• Emotional connection
• Conflict and resolution
• Happy or satisfying ending
• Character-driven narrative

What is Women’s Fiction?

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Frenemies—they’re the perfect blend of love and hate. 

Often a staple of the friends-to-lovers trope, or sometimes just that one character who’s gone from warm and fuzzy to annoyingly prickly. They’re as complicated for your protagonist to deal with as they are for your readers to understand. 

The trick? Give them enough depth to hold their own subplot.

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So, you’ve written a book. 

Now what? 

You may be asking yourself how to make a good book cover. What is it about certain books that turns a reader who is just browsing into one who clicks? Well, many successful covers have some dos and don’ts in common. 

Why is a Good Book Cover Important?

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Dialogue is crucial in a book – it brings the story and characters to life. The way characters speak—what they say, how they say it, and even what they don’t say—gives readers insight into their personality, background, and emotions.

Well-written dialogue makes a story feel more natural and engaging, pulling readers into the world you’ve created.

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Episodic stories have always been a hit—just look at TV today. 

But back in the Victorian Era, serialized fiction ruled the scene, giving us classics like Dickens’ novels, Sherlock Holmes, and The Three Musketeers. While this format faded for a while, it’s making a big comeback thanks to modern platforms like Inkitt.

Continue reading How to Write Episodic Fiction – A Guide at Inkitt Writer's Blog.

What is Genre-Blending?
Genre-blending is when a book combines elements from two or more genres to create a unique story. For example, a romance with a mystery twist or a fantasy with horror elements. It mixes different styles, themes, or tropes to appeal to a wider audience and make the story more exciting and original.

Mixing genres is like spicing up your story with a little bit of everything awesome!

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What Even is Serialization?

 Before diving into something that might feel unfamiliar to some budding authors, let’s take a quick look at what serial novels—or ‘serialization’—are all about. I’ll stick with ‘serialization’ for simplicity and to help clarify how you can make it work for you.

Serialization is exactly what it sounds like: a way to write and release your work in planned segments, whether those are pages, chapters, or even full novels within a larger series. 

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Empathy in writing is key to connecting readers to your story. Assuming readers will feel what you intend without creating that connection is a mistake. 

You can’t simply tell someone to feel sad or happy and expect it to work. Similarly, portraying an emotion doesn’t guarantee readers will relate. Sympathy and empathy differ: sympathy is a reaction, while empathy is readers sharing the character’s emotions—a much deeper bond.

Continue reading Empathy in Writing: Creating Reader Connection at Inkitt Writer's Blog.