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Five easy methods for self-connection
The clutter of thoughts and the hustle-bustle of a busy life can sometimes lead creative people astray... here are five easy methods for self-connection >>>

Neil Mach
Apr 173 min read


Exploring Point of View (POV) with Goldilocks and the Three Bears
First-person perspective (POV) is a great way to get close to a character and feel what they feel and see what they see, but first-person POV can be restrictive... what point of view should you choose for your story?

Neil Mach
Feb 166 min read


Interview with B. Marcus Walker
In my interview with B. Marcus Walker, we discuss how a writer can allow his characters some degree of free-will, and we talk about developing a convincing system of magic...

Neil Mach
Feb 101 min read


Is the human race losing creative drive?
Is the human race losing creative drive? Are people less creative than they once were? Are humans becoming incapable of creative thought?

Neil Mach
Feb 95 min read


Why is magic off-putting for some readers? What's wrong with magic?
Some level-headed readers turn away from fantasy writing and magical systems yet they enjoy Sci-Fi literature. So, what's wrong with magic?

Neil Mach
Jan 305 min read


Interview with Christopher Kaufman
Author Christopher Kaufman has created not just a series of fantasy books but an entire multi-media experience with his Tales of the Ocean City. In my Myth & Magic interview with Christopher Kaufman I discuss his contribution to fantasy creation...

Neil Mach
Jan 161 min read


Christian Hurst and the Definition of Courage
I interviewed the busy Sci-Fi author Christian Hurst, who is the creator of the best-selling space opera series 'Lily Starling' and we discussed the definition of courage...

Neil Mach
Jan 81 min read
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