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Does your novel pass the sexy lamp test? Representation tests for writing fiction
Representation tests for writing fiction: the Bechdel test, Mako Mori test, Pivotal Character test, DuVernay test and more.
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.
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!
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.
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!
Immersive worldbuilding short story collection: Liberation Day
Immersive worldbuilding short story collection, Liberation Day, by George Saunders is a beautiful example of how to create worlds, fast.
Bust writer’s block when editing your novel
Interrogate your novel for plot holes, and other ways to get unstuck when doing a structural edit.
Three books to get excited about
Three books to get excited about reading, because you know they are going to be great.
Three books you can’t put down
When you next get on an international flight, pack these three novels. Begin reading at bedtime at your own risk.
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The inaugural Spec. Fic. Society anthology is coming!
Spec. Fic. Society anthology: we are publishing an anthology of short stories from emerging, award-winning and dedicated authors.
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.
Beautiful Sunshine Coast photo locations for family photos
There are a heap of beautiful places on the Sunshine Coast for family, couple and engagement photos. Here’s my collection-in-progress of locations.
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