A different kind of writer's guide. Not an editing guide, not a "how-to-build-a-world-guide"--a compendium of information around the psychology of writing, tips and tricks to make the work faster and easier and the journey of improving your quality and depth of the writing experience. [#13 Non Fiction #51 Short Story--ranked]

The Magnetron Chronicles, Volume 1 Phineas Magnetron is an eccentric Nineteenth Century inventor blessed with a strange gift he doesn't completely understand. As a former soldier and current member of the Hogalum Society, an inscrutable secret organization of crime fighting adventurers, Phineas is no stranger to peril and derring-do. But when the Society founder dies, Phineas embarks on a daring and improbable caper to bring the good doctor's greatest dream to fruition posthumously. In the process, he not only horrifies his Society brothers, but unearths a haunting and compelling mystery. About The Magnetron Chronicles: The Magnetron Chronicles is a serialized steampunk tale told in the grandiose style of Jules Verne, but with satirical Twainian wit. Chapter by chapter, the story builds as quirky new characters join the fray and perplexing new mysteries and situations arise. Traveling the globe, Phineas Magnetron and his Hogalum Society encounter suspicious policemen, mentally ill criminals, wood-craving aliens, a witch doctor, a mad oracle, and a cross-dressing female matador, among many others. However, this "steam dream team" always manages to triumph over impossible odds and improbable obstacles as they preserve order in a disorderly world. More information: http://themagnetronchronicles.blogspot.com

When a security breach is detected at Diotech Inc, the Memory Restoration Department is called upon to do what they do best: make you forget. But with every memory that’s taken out, a new one must be installed in its place. It’s a job that requires skill, artistry, discretion, and flawless proficiency in the language of memories. That’s why only the best programmers in the world are recruited to work for the department. But diving too far into another person’s memories is a dangerous endeavor. And for some, the temptation is just too strong. “The Memory Coder,” an original story by Jessica Brody, is set in the science fiction world of the Unremembered Trilogy. Unremembered and Unforgotten (Macmillan) are in stores now. Look for the final book, Unchanged, available on February 24, 2015 wherever books are sold. Visit: JessicaBrody.com for more information about the Unremembered Trilogy Copyright - Jessica Brody Art Copyright - Goñi Montes ## POSTING SCHEDULE: Chapter 1 - September 11, 2014 Chapter 2 - September 18, 2014 Chapter 3 - September 25, 2014

A story isn't just a bunch of words slapped onto a page. It's a living, breathing manifestation of your imagination. This guide explores aspects most guides don't touch on such as memorable protagonists, world building, character psychology, and backstory, and many more. It will help you flesh out your ideas and make them fascinating and memorable.