Links
A collection of links that might take your interest...
Fantasy Books
Authonomy
Got a manuscript? Need some fresh eyes to give it the once over? Check out authonomy, a site run under the auspices of HarperCollins. All genres welcome; come join fellow writers and enjoy yourself with all the material on offer (including mine :P)!
Julia Golding: The Official Page
Author of many fine fantasy works, including the Companions Quarter, Dragonfly, and some more contemporary works like the Darcie Lock series. She's a great author- go check her out!
The Books of Pellinor: Alison Croggon's Official Blog
Author of the highly recommended Books of Pellinor Series. Follow Maerad's journey as she learns of her true destiny in the world and her supposed role in bringing the light back to the dark lands of Edil-Amarandh.
Tara K. Harper's Official Site
Find out about her books; she's also got some helpful hints and tips on writing and finding agents and publishers.
Susan Price: Official Site
Another author of some brilliant reads, also with some helpful advice to new writers.
Kate Jack- Fantasy Writer
An aspiring fantasy writer- check out her site, including tips and hints on fantasy world building, characterization, and of course her works: Horizon and Midnight Days.
Cheyenne- A Timeless Series Novel, Book 1
A series of upcoming YA fantasy romance novels by Lisa Weidmeier. Highly original and with some really loveable characters, this is well worth your time!
Toonopolis: Official Website
The first book in a series by Jeremy Rodden. Toonopolis follows the adventures of hapless soul Gemini, as he travels through the strange world of Toonopolis. Perfect for lovers of cartoons, video games, sci-fi and fantasy alike!
Got a manuscript? Need some fresh eyes to give it the once over? Check out authonomy, a site run under the auspices of HarperCollins. All genres welcome; come join fellow writers and enjoy yourself with all the material on offer (including mine :P)!
Julia Golding: The Official Page
Author of many fine fantasy works, including the Companions Quarter, Dragonfly, and some more contemporary works like the Darcie Lock series. She's a great author- go check her out!
The Books of Pellinor: Alison Croggon's Official Blog
Author of the highly recommended Books of Pellinor Series. Follow Maerad's journey as she learns of her true destiny in the world and her supposed role in bringing the light back to the dark lands of Edil-Amarandh.
Tara K. Harper's Official Site
Find out about her books; she's also got some helpful hints and tips on writing and finding agents and publishers.
Susan Price: Official Site
Another author of some brilliant reads, also with some helpful advice to new writers.
Kate Jack- Fantasy Writer
An aspiring fantasy writer- check out her site, including tips and hints on fantasy world building, characterization, and of course her works: Horizon and Midnight Days.
Cheyenne- A Timeless Series Novel, Book 1
A series of upcoming YA fantasy romance novels by Lisa Weidmeier. Highly original and with some really loveable characters, this is well worth your time!
Toonopolis: Official Website
The first book in a series by Jeremy Rodden. Toonopolis follows the adventures of hapless soul Gemini, as he travels through the strange world of Toonopolis. Perfect for lovers of cartoons, video games, sci-fi and fantasy alike!
Writing Help
Fiction Factor
A brilliant collection of articles about all aspect of writing, from characters, plot and setting to making a presentable manuscript. A very comprehensive resource.
Writing a Query | Example of a successful query letter
Help with getting your book to speak the right language when you send it off to a publisher.
Manuscript Format: Link 1 | Link 2
How to format your story before you send it off to prospective publishers.
Show, Don't Tell
An oft-quoted rule of writing- here it is, explained. Remember, it doesn't always have to apply, but it can help to strengthen your writing.
The Hero's Journey
One of the basic plots- see how some of your favourites fit quite neatly into this format!
Writers & Artist's Yearbook Online
If you live in the UK, this book is a must. It details all publishers and what they're interested in. The site itself is full of useful items, too.
The Bookshelf Muse
A resourceful blog offering help with conveying emotions, settings and other building blocks of writing.
A Few Things We Can Learn from Harry Potter
An insightful article into one of the most popular book series in recent times.
Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers America | Resource for Writers
Plenty of useful material here for any fan of sci-fi/ fantasy!
Body Language
Need help with non-verbal communication? Try this.
How to Break into the YA Market
Think you're the next J.K. Rowling? See how to write for this age-group!
A brilliant collection of articles about all aspect of writing, from characters, plot and setting to making a presentable manuscript. A very comprehensive resource.
Writing a Query | Example of a successful query letter
Help with getting your book to speak the right language when you send it off to a publisher.
Manuscript Format: Link 1 | Link 2
How to format your story before you send it off to prospective publishers.
Show, Don't Tell
An oft-quoted rule of writing- here it is, explained. Remember, it doesn't always have to apply, but it can help to strengthen your writing.
The Hero's Journey
One of the basic plots- see how some of your favourites fit quite neatly into this format!
Writers & Artist's Yearbook Online
If you live in the UK, this book is a must. It details all publishers and what they're interested in. The site itself is full of useful items, too.
The Bookshelf Muse
A resourceful blog offering help with conveying emotions, settings and other building blocks of writing.
A Few Things We Can Learn from Harry Potter
An insightful article into one of the most popular book series in recent times.
Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers America | Resource for Writers
Plenty of useful material here for any fan of sci-fi/ fantasy!
Body Language
Need help with non-verbal communication? Try this.
How to Break into the YA Market
Think you're the next J.K. Rowling? See how to write for this age-group!
Worldbuilding Resources
World Sunset, Sunrise Times
A very fun little resource!
Names Database
Sorted by nationality.
List of Human Time Periods
Not sure where to set your story? Have a flick through the eras of humanity.
NASA Earth Observatory
Some fantastic pictures of our world.
Pelister National Park, Macedonia
Santorini's Volcano
Egypt Tourism
Greece Tourism
India Tourism
Spain Tourism
Britain/ UK Tourism
Ecuador Tourism
A very fun little resource!
Names Database
Sorted by nationality.
List of Human Time Periods
Not sure where to set your story? Have a flick through the eras of humanity.
NASA Earth Observatory
Some fantastic pictures of our world.
Pelister National Park, Macedonia
Santorini's Volcano
Egypt Tourism
Greece Tourism
India Tourism
Spain Tourism
Britain/ UK Tourism
Ecuador Tourism
