Posts tagged ‘fiction’
WRITER’S FORUM MICRO FICTION
WEBSITES HELPFUL TO WRITERS
This is a series of posts which, I think, will be beneficial to writers.
But first, I would like to include my usual warning about using websites.
Whenever you check a website you are, in my opinion and I talk from experience, being put on a list for sale. So, expect the possibility of being bombarded by ads from companies you, perhaps, have never heard of and have no interest in.
By the same token, I feel that once you call a business for information you are also put on a list, for sale, of similar companies to the one you have called.
That’s just how it is in today’s society.
I hope you find the information offered in these posts helpful.
Anyone familiar with my blog is aware of the area, Writer’s Forum, which already offers a host of websites important for writers.
The Centifictionist
TheCentifictionist.home. blog
Online magazine publishing stories of 100 words or less.
You can submit up to three stories at a time to the magazine using Submittable.
Publishes biannual issues with 30 stories.
WRITER’S FORUM FLASH FICTION
WEBSITES HELPFUL TO WRITERS
This is a series of posts which, I think, will be beneficial to writers.
But first, I would like to include my usual warning about using websites.
Whenever you check a website you are, in my opinion and I talk from experience, being put on a list for sale. So, expect the possibility of being bombarded by ads from companies you, perhaps, have never heard of and have no interest in.
By the same token, I feel that once you call a business for information you are also put on a list, for sale, of similar companies to the one you have called.
That’s just how it is in today’s society.
I hope you find the information offered in these posts helpful.
Anyone familiar with my blog is aware of the area, Writer’s Forum, which already offers a host of websites important for writers.
SmokeLong Quarterly
SmokeLong.com
Quarterly online magazine which publishes flash fiction of 1000 words or less.
Offers feedback.
Also offers mentorships, workshops, webinars and year-round workshops and conducts competitions to include flash comedy and fiction.
WRITER’S FORUM WOMEN CRIME WRITERS
WEBSITES HELPFUL TO WRITERS
This is a series of posts which, I think, will be beneficial to writers.
But first, I would like to include my usual warning about using websites.
Whenever you check a website you are, in my opinion and I talk from experience, being put on a list for sale. So, expect the possibility of being bombarded by ads from companies you, perhaps, have never heard of and have no interest in.
By the same token, I feel that once you call a business for information you are also put on a list, for sale, of similar companies to the one you have called.
That’s just how it is in today’s society.
I hope you find the information offered in these posts helpful.
Anyone familiar with my blog is aware of the area, Writer’s Forum, which already offers a host of websites important for writers.
Sisters in Crime
SistersinCrime.org
Advocate for women crime writers.
Has webinars, online events and local chapters in U.S., Canada and Europe.
Has awards and grants for writers and organizations.
The organization offers scholarships, newsletters and webinar libraries which instructs a host of subjects.
WRITER’S FORUM
WEBSITES HELPFUL TO WRITERS
This is a series of posts which, I think, will be beneficial to writers.
But first, I would like to include my usual warning about using websites.
Whenever you check a website you are, in my opinion and I talk from experience, being put on a list for sale. So, expect the possibility of being bombarded by ads from companies you, perhaps, have never heard of and have no interest in.
By the same token, I feel that once you call a business for information you are also put on a list, for sale, of similar companies to the one you have called.
That’s just how it is in today’s society.
I hope you find the information offered in these posts helpful.
Anyone familiar with my blog is aware of the area, Writer’s Forum, which already offers a host of websites important for writers.
Horror Writers Association
Horror.org
Has over 1,400 writers and supporters of ‘dark fiction’.
Publishes a blog and offers other material for booksellers, facilitates readings and signings for horror writers.
Organizes StokerCom annual convention.
Yearly membership range in prices.
WRITER’S FORUM
WEBSITES HELPFUL TO WRITERS
This is a series of posts which, I think, will be beneficial to writers.
But first, I would like to include my usual warning about using websites.
Whenever you check a website you are, in my opinion and I talk from experience, being put on a list for sale. So, expect the possibility of being bombarded by ads from companies you, perhaps, have never heard of and have no interest in.
By the same token, I feel that once you call a business for information you are also put on a list, for sale, of similar companies to the one you have called.
That’s just how it is in today’s society.
I hope you find the information offered in these posts helpful.
Anyone familiar with my blog is aware of the area, Writer’s Forum, which already offers a host of websites important for writers.
The Horror Tree
HorrorTree.com
Lists up-to-date publishing opportunities for horror writers.
Shares calls for submissions for fiction, nonfiction, novellas, and novels.
Provides information on compensation authors can expect.
EMMET ROBINSON AND THE POINT
In my previous post I shared a newsletter published by my good friend, Emmet Robinson, where he introduced my novel, The Beast Awaits, which is now looking for a home. In this post I want to reciprocate to that generous act.
In the course of a very interesting and productive life Emmet was manager of The Point. The Point was a coffee house which began business in 1964 outside of Philadelphia. This was a venue where today’s celebrities, in the music world, were on the road to success while they were still people. People you could easily approach. Think celebrities like Joni Mitchell and John Denver.
Emmet relates a story when on evening Jackson Brown was performing and in from the backdoor walks Bruce Springsteen and begins playing the piano. At that time no big deal.
Emmet has published a book describing this incident and many more just as interesting. The book’s title is Little Boy Found: One Man’s Search for Lost Self-Esteem. If you need something to read this summer, and who doesn’t, I suggest this book as a purchase. Here is a link for that purpose.
Little Boy Found: Robinson, Emmet: 9781984580368: Amazon.com: Books
EMMET ROBINSON
ANNOUNCES
THE BEAST AWAITS
Here is a newsletter published by a writer friend, Emmet Robinson, mentioning my upcoming novel, The Beast Awaits.
I am currently looking for an agent so hope to soon change upcoming to soon to be published.
Scribbles
By Emmet Robinson
Writer and Editor
Helping You Express Yourself More Effectively
610-647-4341
What’s New?
Science Fiction
Current editing assignments include a new novel by Walt Trizna. Walt’s wildly creative imagination makes him a treat to work with – every chapter is another surprise. The general theme of The Beast Awaits leads one to consider a real possibility as to the end of human society. Scary? Yup! Gross in spots, too! A great read!
In working with other writers’ creative efforts, the original work is carefully preserved, uncut. Suggestions are provided separately. Also carefully preserved are both the author’s original intent and voice.
Double the Fun
Jim McCusker’s newest novel, The Edge, is now published and available in hard copy and on line. At over 400 pages, it took me a while to go through it, adding my suggestions to each chapter as I received it. It was a special treat to receive an autographed copy with my name listed as editor.
When Jim decided to create the audiobook version, he was able to record the narrative on his own, then asked me to provide four different character voices. That put me back in the studio again as a voice actor, something I greatly enjoy.
His previous novel, New Jersey Nights, first appeared in print, then was recorded here as an audiobook where I provided all of the voices. The hardest part was keeping track of what voice went with which character. Fortunately, being a story about organized crime, there were frequent murders. Whenever a character was killed off, I could recycle the voice by using it with a new character in following chapters.
Endless Variety
In addition to my own creative efforts*, I enjoy helping other writers with theirs.
Over the years, the range of assignments has provided a broad variety of work that keeps my days interesting. From business cards and newsletters for area businesses to full-length novels and literally everything in between.
What are you working on now that could use a professional review?
Reach me at www.emmetsemail@aol.com.
Emmet Robinson
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* Useful Articles: https://emmetrobinson.com/Reading-Room/
Books
Non-fiction
How to Prosper in Business Regardless of the Economy
Coping with Competition: How to Tilt the Playing Field in Your Favor
Little Boy Found: One Man’s Search for Lost Self-Esteem
Fiction – For publication this fall
The Adventures of Dave and Dani: A personal trainer and a florist find success and true love.
WORKS BASED ON THE NOVEL
THE WAR OF THE WORLDS
As I have mentioned in previous posts my interest in alien life, apparently looking at the vast amount of material generated by interest in H. G. Wells’ novel, The War of the Worlds, I am not alone.
Here is a partial list of efforts based on the novel.
Theatrical (movies) 3
Direct to video 7
Television productions 8
Radio productions 17
The first being the famous radio adaptation by Orson Wells.
Music productions 7
Comic books 12
There are also ten other various types of efforts related to the novel
Here is a link for a more detailed list.
List of works based on The War of the Worlds – Wikipedia
In a future post I will discuss the discovery of the possibility of alien life in our solar system.
THE WAR OF THE WORLDS
COMPARING THE 2005 MOVIE TO THE NOVEL
CONTINUED
With all my misgivings about the 2005 movie concerning the invasion from Mars, of the two movies, 1953 and 2005, the 2005 version most closely follows H. G. Wells’ novel.
Once the machines emerge from underground an EMP (Electro Magnetic Pulse) disables all electronic devices. The machines also do this in the 1953 movie. I don’t think Wells knew anything about the effect of an EMP.
The machines are tripods which are the type of machine also in the novel.
Both movies differ from the book because the machines are protected by a shield whereas the machines in the novel can be destroyed. Also, in the movies the invasion encompasses the entire world, in the movie only England is involved.
In the 2005 movie and the novel the machines cultivate a red vine which engulfs the entire area. The vines are grown using human blood which the Martians also use for nourishment. In the novel autopsies are performed on Martians and it is discovered that they lack a digestive system.
And finally, in both movies and the novel the Martians meet their demise through disease caused by bacteria to which they have no resistance. Wells speculated that there are no diseases caused by bacteria on Mars.
Here is a link to a discussion of the 2005 movie.
THE WAR OF THE WORLDS
COMPARING THE 2005 MOVIE TO THE NOVEL
Although the 2005 movie version of The War of the Worlds most closely resembles the novel, I have major problems as to how the invasion begins.
As I mentioned in my discussion of the 1953 movie the major stars, Gene Barry and Ann Robinson, appear at the end of the 2005 movie as the children’s grandparents.
The invasion begins with strange lightning bolts strike. Where do these lightning bolts come from? Never explained. Later, in the movie tapes made of those lightning bolts reveal that they contain the Martians.
Their machines are buried beneath the surface of the Earth. In the same encounter with the news team with knowledge of the lightning, it is speculated that they could have been buried for a million years. No matter how advanced a society is, underground for a million years – you turn the key, and they start up, no problem. I have a problem with that. Also, what about technological changes during those million years. Why use machines that are a million years old when the Martians could have brought along newer models. And couldn’t ground penetrating radar detect the machines buried underground?
I pose these questions because I write science fiction and sometimes I do not fully explain details for fear of slowing down the story, but there is a limit. Some details must be given for the story to make sense.
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