Representation tests for writing fiction: the Bechdel test, Mako Mori test, Pivotal Character test, DuVernay test and more.
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I’ve been published: “The Closing of Doors” by Jemma Pollari in AntipodeanSF
The Closing of Doors by Jemma Pollari: read my short story on two contrasting options for humanity to survive a calamity, in AntipodeanSF.
The Calculating Stars: could an asteroid strike force space colonisation?
The Calculating Stars: multi-award winning science fiction novel in an alternate history 1950s space race to colonise the solar system.
I’ve been published: find “Trashtopia” by Jemma Pollari in Jacaranda Journal
Trashtopia by Jemma Pollari: I’ve been published in Jacaranda Journal 12.1: Scorched Earth. Read about the process, story, and where to buy.
Mermen, flying and eco-horror in new sci fi and fantasy novels July 2025
New fantasy and sci fi novels July 2025: Fractal by Shae Nicholson, Tempting Triton by Lex Logan, Skysong by C.A. Wright and more.
Mars, magic and more in new fantasy and sci fi novels May 2025
New fantasy and sci fi novels May 2025: Children of the Gods by Neen Cohen, In the Name of Honor by Courtney and Clarke Collins, and more!
Empire of the Vampire vs Lifel1k3: Jay Kristoff can plunge us into any world he chooses
Empire of the Vampire and the Lifel1k3 series by Jay Kristoff are two examples of compelling character-driven fiction in different styles.
What is the brain uploading trope? When human minds don’t need to live in human brains
Brain uploading trope is a mainstay of sci fi stories, with plenty philosophical quandaries. These books and shows will get you started.
Comes the Night, by Isobelle Carmody: the interface between dreams and reality
Comes the Night by Isobelle Carmody feels like a back to roots story from this beloved Australian fantasy and science fiction author.
How to build your author website: workshop at SCH Writers Festival
How to build your author website: workshop at Sunshine Coast Hinterland Writers Festival on Monday 5th May 2025. Get a head start online!
Electric world-building in new sci fi and fantasy novels April 2025
New sci fi and fantasy novels April 2025: Moon Rising by Claire Barner, FrostByte by N.S. Chaudhury, Storm Captain by E.L. Reeves, plus ARCs!
BYOK App discount code: first look at distraction-free writing app
BYOK App discount code: try new distraction-free writing tool, which feels like a mashup between Scrivener and Freewrite modern typewriters.
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What is the brain uploading trope? When human minds don’t need to live in human brains
Brain uploading trope is a mainstay of sci fi stories, with plenty philosophical quandaries. These books and shows will get you started.
Read my winning short story: “Tremble” in March 2024 Right-Left-Write
My short story “Tremble” won the March 2024 Right Left Write competition run by Queensland Writers Centre. Read it here.
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