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Why We Love to Be Betrayed - The Psychology of Suspense
Suspense thrills us. It grips us in the pages of a book, the dim glow of a movie screen, or the unraveling of a carefully spun television...
2 days ago3 min read
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Can You Trust Your Mind? Exploring Sci-Fi & Horror Paranoia
In the haunting corridors of science fiction and horror, one question echoes louder than screams or sirens: Can you trust your mind? ...
6 days ago3 min read
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Building Suspense: How to Keep Readers Guessing
Suspense is the lifeblood of any good mystery or thriller. It's that electric undercurrent that keeps readers flipping pages late into...
Apr 34 min read
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Quick Writing Prompts: The Seven Deadly Sins in Storytelling
Hello, Cuppa Fund subscribers! Need a spark of inspiration? Let's talk about how the Seven Deadly Sins can elevate your storytelling....
Mar 62 min read
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Greedy Characters You Love to Hate – Inspired by Slaughterhouse 3: Greed
Greed is one of the most insidious and intoxicating vices in storytelling. Unlike the sheer malice of wrath or the eerie inevitability of...
Mar 43 min read
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Tech Level Exclusive: How I Develop Complex Characters
Whether I'm crafting a short story or diving into a multi-book series, I need to know everything about my characters—down to what's in...
Feb 271 min read
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Romance in Horror: Unlikely Pairings or Unnecessary Distractions?
Valentine’s Day is here, bringing with it an inevitable deluge of romance across every genre imaginable. Chocolates, roses, and...
Feb 143 min read
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Building Resilience as a Creative Professional
The creative journey is not for the weak at heart, but can be as thrilling as it is challenging. Whether you're an artist, writer,...
Jan 273 min read
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Busy Times & Exciting Updates!
Hello, lovely readers! Things have been wonderfully busy on my end, and I wanted to pop in with a quick update on what I’ve been working...
Jan 141 min read
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How to Approach Your Creative Goals for 2025
As we inch closer to 2025, the buzz of "new year, new goals" is already in the air. Countless articles, workshops, and planners promise...
Jan 13 min read
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Goodbye 2024: A Year of Growth, Challenges, and Reflection
As the year comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on the journey that was 2024. It was a year filled with highs, lows, and hard...
Dec 31, 20242 min read
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Crafting Strong Emotional Climaxes in Holiday-Themed Stories
Holiday settings offer an incredible backdrop for emotional climaxes in storytelling. Whether you’re writing a romance, mystery, or...
Dec 23, 20243 min read
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Writing Prompts for Crafting Chilling Holiday Horror Tales
The holiday season often conjures up images of cheerful carols, festive lights, and cozy gatherings. But beneath the twinkling veneer...
Dec 9, 20243 min read
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Crafting Winter Scenes for Horror and Thriller Writing
Winter provides a rich and versatile setting for horror and thriller stories. Its inherent characteristics—biting cold, barren...
Dec 3, 20243 min read
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December Delights: Wrapping Up, Reflecting, and Refreshing
Hello, December! The final month of the year is here, bringing with it the holiday rush, a flurry of unfinished projects, and the...
Dec 1, 20242 min read
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Behind the Scenes: My Storyboarding Techniques
For many years, my writing process could best be described as organized chaos . I was a dedicated "pantser"—one of those writers who...
Nov 19, 20242 min read
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Creative Monday: 10-Minute Writing Prompt - Thanksgiving Through a Side Character’s Eyes
As writers, we often focus on the main characters, carefully crafting their emotions and experiences. But sometimes, the richest stories...
Nov 11, 20243 min read
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Worldbuilding for Epic Fantasy: Unleashing Creativity Beyond Boundaries
Creating a world for an epic fantasy novel can feel like embarking on an adventure of your own, where the only limits are your...
Oct 29, 20245 min read
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Behind the Scenes: The Evolution of Maya Stone's World
Hey Tech Fund subscribers! I’m thrilled to finally share some long-buried history behind one of my most personal projects—my fantasy...
Oct 22, 20242 min read
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Crafting Compelling Character Arcs in Mystery, Thriller, and Horror: A Guide for Writers
When writing mystery, thriller, and horror, authors often focus heavily on plotting: red herrings, dramatic twists, and terrifying...
Sep 28, 20245 min read
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