Writing a book is an exciting and nerve-wracking journey. As an editor, I talk to authors all the time about how hard it is to decide on the best way to get your story from thought to paper. You may know what to write, but how do you make sure it aligns with the expectations of that genre while still allowing you full creative freedom?
Read More“The Family Unit” was first published by The Salt Flats literary journal in November 2020, which is hosted by the Salt City Genre Writers. The theme for the month was “the family you choose.” I tend to take these things literally, so, I wrote a slightly disturbing sci-fi tale about an angry young man who chooses a new family.
I don’t know if I would call this horror exactly but with a surprise twist ending reminiscent of “Tales from the Crypt” I think horror and sci-fi fans will enjoy this weird take on the theme of family.
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