Read Like A Writer

There are two ways to learn how to write fiction: by reading it and by writing it. Yes, you can learn lots about writing stories in workshops, in writing classes and writing groups, at writers' conferences. You can learn technique and process by reading the dozens of books like this one on fiction writing and by reading articles in writers' magazines. But the best teachers of fiction are the great works of fiction themselves. You can learn more about the structure of a short story by reading Anton Chekhov's 'Heartache' than you can in a semester of Creative Writing 101. If you read like a writer, that is, which means you have to read everything twice, at least. When you read a story or novel the first time, just let it happen. Enjoy the journey. When you've finished, you know where the story took you, and now you can go back and reread, and this time notice how the writer reached that destination. Notice the choices he made at each chapter, each sentence, each word. (Every word is a choice.) You see now how the transitions work, how a character gets across a room. All this time you're learning. You loved the central character in the story, and now you can see how the writer presented the character and rendered her worthy of your love and attention. The first reading is creative—you collaborate with the writer in making the story. The second reading is critical.


John Dufresne, from his book, The Lie That Tells A Truth: A Guide to Writing Fiction

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Tuesday, June 25, 2024

LibriVox Recording of Short Ghost and Horror Collection 073 by Various.

 


 

 LibriVox recording of Short Ghost and Horror Collection 073 by Various.
Read in English by LibriVox Volunteers

A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, four-legged beasts and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the sound of a monstrous howl, and the occasional touch of wonder.

 

 


Friday, June 21, 2024

Collected Public Domain Works of H. P. Lovecraft (Audio Book)

 

Collected Public Domain Works of H. P. Lovecraft 

(Audio Book)

 

The "Collected Public Domain Works of H. P. Lovecraft" is a must-have for any fan of classic horror literature. This collection contains all of Lovecraft's iconic stories, including "The Call of Cthulhu," "At the Mountains of Madness," and "The Dunwich Horror." Lovecraft's unique blend of cosmic horror and vivid imagination shines through in each tale, drawing the reader into a world of unspeakable terrors and ancient gods.

What sets this collection apart is the inclusion of Lovecraft's lesser-known works, giving readers a comprehensive look at his writing career. The stories are all meticulously curated and presented in a way that showcases Lovecraft's mastery of the genre. The addition of Lovecraft's essays, letters, and collaborations with other authors adds depth and insight into his writing process and influences.

Overall, the "Collected Public Domain Works of H. P. Lovecraft" is a must-read for any lover of horror literature. Whether you are a die-hard Lovecraft fan or new to his work, this collection is a perfect introduction to one of the most influential writers in the genre. Highly recommended.

Book Description:


H. P. Lovecraft’s name is synonymous with horror fiction. His major inspiration and invention was cosmic horror: the idea that life is incomprehensible to human minds and that the universe is fundamentally alien. This collection contains 24 Lovecraft works that are in the public domain.

 


 

About the Author 

Howard Phillips Lovecraft
Howard Phillips Lovecraft was an American writer of weird, science, fantasy, and horror fiction. He is best known for his creation of the Cthulhu Mythos.
 

Born in Providence, Rhode Island, Lovecraft spent most of his life in New England. Wikipedia
 

Born: August 20, 1890, Providence, RI
Died: March 15, 1937, Providence, RI
Full Name: Howard Phillips Lovecraft
Spouse: Sonia Greene (m. 1924–1937)

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Tuesday, June 18, 2024

The Murders in the Rue Morgue by Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) (Audio Books)


 

 The Murders in the Rue Morgue 

 

by Edgar Allan Poe

 

(Audio Books)

 

 

FOREWORD BY OLIVIA SALTER


In "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" by Edgar Allan Poe, we are transported into the dark and mysterious world of detective fiction. This groundbreaking tale, first published in 1841, is considered the first modern detective story and laid the foundation for an entirely new genre of literature.

Poe's protagonist, C. Auguste Dupin, is a brilliant and enigmatic character who uses his keen powers of observation and deduction to solve a seemingly unsolvable crime. Through Dupin's meticulous investigation, Poe explores the complexities of human nature and the depths of the human psyche.

As you delve into the pages of this gripping tale, prepare to be captivated by Poe's masterful storytelling and his ability to weave together elements of mystery, horror, and psychological complexity. "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" is a timeless classic that continues to inspire and intrigue readers to this day.

So, dear reader, I invite you to join Dupin on his quest for truth and justice as we unravel the enigma of the Rue Morgue and discover the chilling secrets that lie hidden within its walls.

Olivia Salter
06/18/2024

Monday, June 17, 2024

12 Creepy Tales By: Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) (Audio Books)



12 Creepy Tales  

 

By: Edgar Allan Poe

 

(Audio Books)


Description

From the master of the psychological horror genre comes this brilliant collection 12 Creepy Tales by Edgar Allan Poe. It features some of his classics like The Tell-Tale Heart, The Black Cat and The Cask of Amontillado which are supreme examples of his craft.

The Black Cat is a truly horrifying story of a death-row confession of guilt by a serial killer. The much loved family cat becomes the agent of his destruction and inevitable descent into crime and madness. Another superb story is The Facts in the Case of M Valdemar. In this chilling tale, a mesmerist uses his skill to put a man into a trance at the exact moment of death. Poe wrote this story based on a newspaper report that he read about a New York doctor who was supposed to have conducted an operation after placing the patient under hypnosis. Such was Poe's talent that the story was mistaken for a genuine scientific report when it first came out! Writers and poets like Kipling and Elizabeth Barrett Browning wrote personally to Poe, congratulating him on creating such a fantastic story.

For sheer suspense and Gothic horror, The Masque of the Red Death is unrivaled. Set in some unnamed country, in an unnamed time, it tells of Prince Prospero who retreats into a sealed fortress with his trusted friends to escape a scourge called the Red Death, a mysterious and fatal disease that is decimating the countryside. The images of death, blood and disease linger in the mind long after you put the book down.

A crumbling ruin steeped in an atmosphere of doom and decay... the last descendant of a noble family... an opium addict and his deluded fantasies&emdash;these form the elements of one of Poe's most atmospheric creepy tales The Fall of the House of Usher. It is also one of his most famous stories and is considered to depict Poe as being at the peak of his craftsmanship. The surreal feeling of this story has made it a perfect choice for adaptation on film and television.

Another truly scary tale is The Pit and The Pendulum, which describes the horrors of the Spanish Inquisition in medieval Spain in the sixteenth century. The collection also features Edgar Allan Poe's famous poem The Raven which is guaranteed to send a shiver down the spine of even the most skeptical of readers.

Whether you're a horror story fan or not, 12 Creepy Tales by Edgar Allan Poe is a great addition to your bookshelf.