I discuss my method when I crafted fictional genders for my novel Don’t Let Chacha Die. This article contains spoilers.

I reflect on my writing process as neurodivergent and why I think only an individual can figure out what writing process works best for them.

What ingredients need to come together to create amazing fiction? Six different flavors and that something more.

Stories about sexual violence can spread awareness and draw attention to systems that perpetuate it. But, when writing sexual violence, we must remember to take care of ourselves and our readers.

Writing magic into a fictional world can kill the tension and destroy the narrative. Should I stay away from crafting magic? Is there a way for it to work?

Some people say an author should only write characters who share their identity, while others insist it’s offensive to exclude diverse characters. So should I write diverse characters into my fiction?

I find writing queer characters a freeing experience because it helps me escape my gender conditioning. Some folks believe women shouldn’t write gay characters, claiming women fetishize the gay identity. But can such arguments stand against scrutiny?

Do you plan to write a cult into your fiction? Do you wish to teach readers about a belief system through fiction? I suggest considering a few things first.

Fiction is saturated with abnormally beautiful characters, so much so, it’s getting boring. Are super-hot characters necessary? If not, what is the alternative?