Monsters have inspired countless stories, evolving from embodiments of fear to complex symbols reflecting societal issues. Creators are encouraged to innovate by integrating unique traits and environments, resulting in multifaceted characters that challenge protagonists. Balancing mystery and revelation enhances horror, making these creations unforgettable while reigniting the primal essence of storytelling.
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We’re BAAACCKKK!!!
The Speculative Fiction Academy is BACK with new ways to learn! No more subbscriptions or monthly fees! All our classes are a la carte – ONE AND DONE! If you love genre fiction and want to learn the practical stuff like how to get the medical details right, how you can use your daydreams toContinue reading “We’re BAAACCKKK!!!”
Talking about vampires at StoryFest 2020!
If you love vampires, you won’t want to miss this fun conversation about the classic and contemporary antagonists that we adore! Join me as I chat with Michelle Renee Lane and Gwendolyn Kiste – two powerhouse horror authors – about one of my favorite subjects… the fanged ones! See you there tonight, September 15th @Continue reading “Talking about vampires at StoryFest 2020!”
Writing in the Dark!
I’ll be presenting about horror screenplays a this fantastic horror writing symposium on Sunday the 13th at 7 p.m. but there is a fantastic line up all weekend long. Come check us out!
L. Marie Wood Slays Eleven Questions
Nothing to do on a rainy day? Check me out! Only takes 2 minutes to read and you’ll be laughing most of the way through, so it’s a win! The article is called L. Marie Wood Slays Eleven Questions and it is about the upcoming short story collection called… you guessed it… SLAY: Stories ofContinue reading “L. Marie Wood Slays Eleven Questions”
Writing in the Dark
Tim Waggoner leads this amazing genre writing event. Sept. 11th through 13th. I present on the 13th! 🙂 Check it out! https://hopin.to/events/writing-in-the-dark
Interview about Slay
Check out this fun interview about SLAY, a groundbreaking anthology of vampire fiction celebrating vampires of the African diaspora – the first of its kind! My short story “The Dance” will be in this unique collection from Mocha Memoirs Press and I am SO EXCITED to see it hit the bookstores on October 13th!
Fairy tales creep you out? You’re not alone…
Click here for another installment of The Gore You Never Asked For – this time it’s about fairy tales!
Screenplay news!
You guys! This post might seem gratuitous, but I am OVER THE MOON about this and there’s no one better to share the news with! I have gotten some amazing info about some of my screenplay work in the past two months! Idol was chosen as an Official Selection at HorrOrigins Film Festival! The BlackContinue reading “Screenplay news!”
Talking about writing – Upcoming events
I’ve had the honor of being invited to speak at two cool events. If you want to talk about writing with me, come visit! Writing Genre While Black – guest speaker on September 27 @6 EST StoryFest – September 15th @ 8:30 pm EST Talking about vampires!
L. Marie Wood 