AI-Generated Stories – The Future of Creative Writing?
AI-generated stories and fiction books have become increasingly popular in recent years. But can they really be as good as human writers?
Writing and Illustrating a Children’s Book
Here it is: my first time writing and illustrating a children's book! Introducing: Amelia the Chameleon. Read about the journey from conception to print.
Midnight Echo Issue 15
Midnight Echo Issue 15 features horror fiction and poetry from a horde of Australasian authors, including the winning 2019 AHWA Flash Fiction competition story by Alissa Smith (that's me!).
If It Bleeds – Book Review
Stephen King has returned to his familiar style of masterful storytelling in the form of short fiction. If It Bleeds is a collection of four novellas. Key attributes of King's work are the foundation in everyday life and astute observations of the human condition.
Horror Story Fans, Listen Here
Do you love a good horror story? Then you'll enjoy the Between Lewis and Lovecraft podcast's spooky Halloween special, with listener-submitted stories – including one of my own twisted tales!
Inktober Drawing Challenge
Inktober is a daily drawing challenge for the month of October, created by illustrator Jake Parker. It's intended to cultivate positive habits, improve drawing skills and foster creativity.
6 sPoOkY Podcasts to Listen to This Halloween
Be disturbed by supernatural storytelling, twisted tales and eerie encounters... Here are six sPoOky podcasts to listen to this Halloween!
Character Development and Dynamic Scenes – Novel Update
The change in season brings optimism and a surge of motivation. It's been a welcome boost of inspiration for writing my novel. I've made some progress with character development, strengthening the plot, and restructuring the storyline.
Yes, You ARE a Creative Person
Creativity is a curious concept. People can be quick to label themselves as a creative or uncreative person. But what does it really mean to be creative?
Push Through – A pep talk
Nobody promised you it was going to be quick or easy or straightforward or even fun. You’re learning that it’s slow and challenging and curly and tedious. But you must push through.