I regularly re-watch the Star Trek series in the background as I do chores, and lately it has been Deep Space Nine. In many ways,
Author: Phoebe Darqueling
I'm a speculative fiction author with a sweet spot for Steampunk, but I love the full range of fantasy and sci-fi. In my "real life" I write curriculum for a creativity competition for kids in Minnesota. I currently hang my hat in Germany, but I've lived a variety of places in the US and abroad.
Following Up: How a Writing Challenge Pulled me from my Writing Doldrums
On March 12, I was free of my rigorous German coursework (mandatory to stay in the country) and was done with my annual curriculum writing,
“Loud” Is Too Quiet: Tips for Describing Sound
I’ve now edited several books and stories written by others (though not all have made it to print). It’s made me sensitive to words that
Inside the World of The Council, an Interview with Kayla Krantz
Hello speculative fiction lovers! I’ve got a treat for you today, a glimpse inside the mind of prolific indie author and fellow Pencraft Award winner,
I’m Using a Writing Challenge to Help Jump-start my Brain During the Pandemic
Greetings all, I’ve been having a heck of a time since March when it comes to getting words on the page. Here I am with
“Large” Isn’t Big Enough: Tips for Describing Size
One tried and true way to inspire awe in your reader is to include larger than life elements in your settings. This applies to space
