Mythos & Ink Blog
Examining great sci-fi and fantasy authors to become greater writers.
How to Write Myth-Inspired Poetry
Writing myth-based poetry gives you the freedom to engage with some of your favourite stories in a new way.
Marveling at Enneagram Two to Write Better Characters
Twos want to be needed, and rely on other people to bolster their self-worth.
How to Write Poetic Riddles and Clues
Learn how to write your own riddles and clues from these great examples.
Marveling at Enneagram One to Write Better Characters
Learn from Captain America about how to use the Enneagram One to create a character arc.
How to Write a Poetic Myth
Myths are a great way to tell the stories of your world without resorting to heavy exposition.
5 Ways to Avoid Clichés and Write Stunning Prose
In which we look at The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon as an example of well-written prose.
How to Write a Poetic Prophecy
Thinking about writing a poetic prophecy for your novel? Make sure you follow these steps.
Editing Explained, Part 4: Proofreading
The goal is to make everything look as perfect as possible before publication or submission to an editor.
Editing Explained, Part 3: Copy Editing
Copy editing is formatting everything according to a style guide and fixing inconsistencies.
Editing Explained, Part 2: Line Editing
Line editors focus on paragraph-level issues instead of broader story issues.
Editing Explained, Part 1: Substantive Editing
Substantive editing is the first step after your draft is complete, and should occur before correcting grammar,…
5 Tips for Writing an Unlikeable Protagonist (According to Final Space)
How do you make an unlikeable protagonist likeable? Just ask Gary Goodspeed.
Kyla Neufeld
Blog Author & Copy Editor
Kyla Neufeld is a poet, writer, and editor who lives in Winnipeg with her Sith Lord husband and Nazgûl daughter. She has a wide array of editing experience from working on a number of magazines and freelance projects. She’s also interested in the intersections of geek culture, feminism, and social justice, and is always looking for opportunities to write about them.
Kyla has been a geek since she read The Lord of the Rings at 13. Since then, she’s branched out to many sci-fi/fantasy worlds, including Hogwarts, Sunnydale, and the Old Kingdom. She’s also delved deep into Norse mythology and is currently writing a poetry series about Norse creatures.
Allison Alexander
Blog Author & Editorial Director
Allison has been an editor for seven years, working with seasoned and aspiring authors alike. The Executive Editor at Area of Effect magazine for three of those years, Allison enjoys working with nonfiction related to geeky topics, especially video games. For fiction, she adores science fiction and fantasy with fascinating characters, quirky adventures, and unique world building. Characters who represent marginalized people (especially chronic illnesses and disabilities) are especially attractive to her.
On her spare time, she can be found in Hyrule, Middle-earth, or a galaxy far, far away, probably in the company of her husband and imaginary pet owl.
Kyla Neufeld
Blog Author & Copy Editor
Kyla Neufeld is a poet, writer, and editor who lives in Winnipeg with her Sith Lord husband and Nazgûl daughter. She has a wide array of editing experience from working on a number of magazines and freelance projects. She’s also interested in the intersections of geek culture, feminism, and social justice, and is always looking for opportunities to write about them.
Kyla has been a geek since she read The Lord of the Rings at 13. Since then, she’s branched out to many sci-fi/fantasy worlds, including Hogwarts, Sunnydale, and the Old Kingdom. She’s also delved deep into Norse mythology and is currently writing a poetry series about Norse creatures.
Allison Alexander
Blog Author & Editorial Director
Allison has been an editor for seven years, working with seasoned and aspiring authors alike. The Executive Editor at Area of Effect magazine for three of those years, Allison enjoys working with nonfiction related to geeky topics, especially video games. For fiction, she adores science fiction and fantasy with fascinating characters, quirky adventures, and unique world building. Characters who represent marginalized people (especially chronic illnesses and disabilities) are especially attractive to her.
On her spare time, she can be found in Hyrule, Middle-earth, or a galaxy far, far away, probably in the company of her husband and imaginary pet owl.
Kyla Neufeld
Blog Author & Copy Editor
Kyla Neufeld is a poet, writer, and editor who lives in Winnipeg with her Sith Lord husband and Nazgûl daughter. She has a wide array of editing experience from working on a number of magazines and freelance projects. She’s also interested in the intersections of geek culture, feminism, and social justice, and is always looking for opportunities to write about them.
Kyla has been a geek since she read The Lord of the Rings at 13. Since then, she’s branched out to many sci-fi/fantasy worlds, including Hogwarts, Sunnydale, and the Old Kingdom. She’s also delved deep into Norse mythology and is currently writing a poetry series about Norse creatures.
Allison Alexander
Blog Author & Editorial Director
Allison has been an editor for seven years, working with seasoned and aspiring authors alike. The Executive Editor at Area of Effect magazine for three of those years, Allison enjoys working with nonfiction related to geeky topics, especially video games. For fiction, she adores science fiction and fantasy with fascinating characters, quirky adventures, and unique world building. Characters who represent marginalized people (especially chronic illnesses and disabilities) are especially attractive to her.
On her spare time, she can be found in Hyrule, Middle-earth, or a galaxy far, far away, probably in the company of her husband and imaginary pet owl.