Fantasy and Science Fiction Literature in the Arab World
The history of science fiction and fantasy in the Arab world dates to The Epic of Gilgamesh, considered the oldest literary work in history.
By the Numbers
/0 Comments/in Author spotlight /by Mike Jack StoumbosMike Jack Stoumbos won Writers of the Future and had a novel trilogy published in the last year, while teaching workshops for emerging authors in addition to the high schoolers. This is his advice.
One of a Billion Inspirational Stories
/1 Comment/in Author spotlight /by Lazarus BlackHow one artist learned to tell a good story and won Writers of the Future.
The Decision to Succeed
/0 Comments/in Author spotlight /by Desmond AstaireIf confidence and direction are lacking, here are three points of wisdom shared from Writers of the Future Grand Prize winner Volume 38.
Why I Subscribe to the Barbossa Philosophy
/1 Comment/in Author spotlight /by Disgruntled PeonyHow first knowing the rules and then knowingly not following them can lead to success, because if something feels right for a story, try it.
Taking the Scenic Route
/0 Comments/in Author spotlight /by N.V. HaskellOne author’s journey filled with detours, potholes, meandering side trips, self-doubt, and ultimate success…
Journey Over Destination
/0 Comments/in Author spotlight /by Rebecca TreasureOne writer’s journey to realizing a life’s dream and how Writers of the Future helped her achieve it.
Writers of the Future Podcast: Author Interview with Zack Be, Storm Humbert, and Luke Wildman
/0 Comments/in Author spotlight /by John GoodwinListen to the Writers and Illustrators of the Future podcast on writing with Writers of the Future winners Zack Be, Storm Humbert, and Luke Wildman on what winning has meant to them and how to become an author.
Writers of the Future Podcast: Author Interview with Jeff Edwards
/0 Comments/in Author spotlight /by John GoodwinListen to the Writers and Illustrators of the Future podcast with Jeff Edwards on writing about ordinary men and women working together to do extraordinary things which was something he experienced in his military career.
The Writer Whisperer, David Farland
/14 Comments/in Author spotlight /by John GoodwinDave Farland (Wolverton) was an extraordinary individual and friend to all writers, always lending a helping hand. He will be greatly missed.