Speculative fiction is a term that encompasses a wide variety of “weird” fiction genres. It is the supergenre of everything that falls under Science Fiction and Fantasy. Where all types of fiction tell a story of a hypothetical situation, speculative fiction often tells a story that takes place in a hypothetical storyworld that is different… Continue Reading
Simply Sara by Hillary Manton Lodge
Review by Jill Williamson Sara, who left her Amish family to live in the big city with her brother’s girlfriend Jayne, discovers that the English world is a bit more challenging than she expected. She manages to find a job, buy a more normal-looking wardrobe, learn to drive, and begins college classes… Continue Reading
What Do You Crave?
What do you crave? I was just thinking the other day that book genres and subject matter, as well as movie content, are directly related to what we crave. If this is true, then people must crave Romance Violence The Supernatural Mystery Comedy and Action Would you agree? If so, what do you crave? I… Continue Reading
Creepy Caves: My Inspiration for the Caves in the Blood of Kings Trilogy
In book one, By Darkness Hid, Vrell, Jax, and Khai travel down an underground hot springs river to avoid the Eben giants in Nahar Forest above. A reekat upsets their boat, and they swim to a nearby cave and meet Peripaso. I learned a good deal about creepy caves from my friend Marion, who visited… Continue Reading
The Last Thing I Remember by Andrew Klavan
Review by Jill Williamson Charlie West wakes up tied to a chair in a torture room. He doesn’t know how he got there. He manages to escape and tries to figure out what happened. But the bad guys come after him and so do the good guys. He’s a wanted man on all sides. As… Continue Reading
What Story Would You Love to Write?
Hi Novelteeners. Heather here. Do you dream of castles and dragons and heroic characters? Or maybe a Sci-Fi where the only answer to a vicious plague is the tears from friendly creatures on a far away planet who dwell just beyond the impenetrable dark ring. Is there a tale you’d love to write? I think everyone has one.… Continue Reading
Send me your questions!
Jake Chism at FictionAddict.com is planning a two-part interview for book three. Half of the interview will be printed in the back of the book, the other half will be a podcast that’s posted after the release date. So, I need your questions about the series. What are you dying to know about the overall story? Ask me anything!
Literary Pet Peeves
After years of voracious reading, I have developed some pet peeves. You know the sort of thing. Just how is it that the hero can slay a hundred villains but never receive a single injury? Is the villain too stupid to hire good help? Or is poor marksmanship a requirement for true villainy? Of course,… Continue Reading
Book Trailer: To Darkness Fled
Check out this AMAZING book trailer for my second novel, To Darkness Fled, starring our own Christian Miles! This project was made by teens of all ages. An amazingly talented teen composer, Jonathan Maiocco, composed the music. Jacob Parker, author of Kestrel’s Midnight Song played the role of Esek. Teen fantasy author Adele Treskilliard played… Continue Reading
Q & A: What do you do when you can’t think of anything to write about?
Stephanie says: I need ideas and fast. What do you do when you can’t think of anything to write about? Stephanie, I find brainstorming new ideas one of the best parts of being an author. It’s an excuse to daydream. And I love daydreaming. It’s a wonder I get any writing done! There are two… Continue Reading
Jake Chism of Fiction Addict Interviews Me for his Podcast
Jake Chism of Fiction Addict interviewed me for his podcast a few days ago. It was a fun experience. If you’re interested, and to hear a few hints as to book three, check it out: http://fictionaddict.com/2011/01/11/jill-williamson-interview-1-11-2011/ Also, Jake reviews all kinds of books, so you might want to check out his site if, as he… Continue Reading
Vote for Family Fiction Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Awards of 2011
If you love to read and haven’t checked out Family Fiction magazine, you are missing out. Family Fiction magazine is the best source for Christian books and movies. Click here to visit their website and learn more about what they offer. http://www.familyfiction.com/ And please spread the word about their free magazine. Tell everyone you know. Click on… Continue Reading