I teach many writers interested in genres such as mystery, fantasy, and vampire stories. When critiquing their drafts I often find myself saying, “imitate the best of the genre, not the worst of it.” For example, let’s take detective stories. This genre has its roots in pulp fiction. The name literally refers to the type...
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Even though each meeting follows a familiar, effective format of meet ‘n eat, craft discussion, and professional workshop, with up to 10 lively authors in a room (plus me), each meeting will have its own tone and theme. For example, tonight’s meeting dispensed with a craft lecture in favor of a discussion of writing questions...
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