The
Easy Way to Write: Introduction to Dark Fantasy
and the Horror Novel
A new e-course from Rob Parnell
& M Kenyon Charboneaux
It’s a
well-attested publishing phenomenon that
the popularity of the horror novel goes in cycles,
usually 5 to 7 yearly. Quite why this is so is
unclear.
In my more whimsical moments I think perhaps it’s to
do with sunspots. :-)
Harlan Ellison has a more down-to-earth theory.
He blames the publishing industry.
He believes that every now and then a good writer will
come along (who just happens to write horror) who
causes a resurgence of interest in the genre.
Then, (because publishers generally have no idea
what makes a good horror novel) they print up lots
of ‘bad horror’ to capitalize on that
interest.
Trouble is - the public then gets conned into
reading this ‘bad horror’ until they
inevitably stop buying it…until another good writer
comes along and rekindles the flame - and so the
cycle continues.
Interesting theory.
Whatever the truth of it, horror has undoubtedly
been out of favor for the last few years. And, if
history is set to repeat itself (as it always does
in publishing) I would hazard a guess that the good
old horror novel
is all set for a massive resurgence.
Indeed already, some of the best selling authors in
the world (King, Koontz, Straub, Rice) write in this
most noble of genres.
As well they might. It’s long been a platform from
where great and important issues can be confronted
with sometimes surprising intelligence and
subtlety.
Because, as
any die-hard horror fan will tell you – myself
included - good horror and dark fantasy is not about
the gore and the shocks – it’s about
STORY.
I’ve wanted to run a course on writing a horror
novel for some time now but I’ve held off. I guess I
wanted to be able to do it justice.
However. Now is the time (and you’ll find out why in
a moment). I’m absolutely thrilled to be able to
offer you this brand new ‘Easy Way to
Write’ resource:
The
Easy Way to Write:
Introduction to Dark Fantasy and the Horror Novel.
I’m so excited because this is also my first
collaboration on an EWTW e-course.
For this very special, one of a kind e-course Kenyon
and I have combined our love for the genre and been
working together to bring you the definitive guide
to writing your own horror novel over the next ten
(yes, 10) weeks.
Just look at what you will learn (and own!):
The
Easy Way to Write:
Introduction to Dark Fantasy and the Horror Novel.
On sign up: A thorough introduction to the genre,
its history and importance, plus valuable tips on
how to organize your time and writing space to
maximum benefit – all from a professional,
working novelist!
Then, over the following three weeks, important lessons
on writing preparation, character analysis,
plotting good horror and doing research, plus tips
on setting and creating compelling
‘creatures’, convincing motivations and
other crucial dark fantasy elements.
Then, in weeks 5 to 10, you’ll learn how to go about
actually writing your horror novel – how to pace,
where to place observers and protagonists for
maximum effect, how much blood and gore to use (or
not use) and how to tap into pertinent issues like
sex and death and the nature of good and evil.
Before it’s too late, go here now to reserve your
spot:
Don’t waste
time debating whether this is the right time to take
this course! It’s always the right time to
write a great novel. As Kenyon herself says:
“Over the 10 weeks, we'll cover everything
from excellent writing, to overcoming writer's block
and negative attitudes, to tips on living the
writer's life most efficiently and easily. Plus,
I’m going to personally help you every step of
the way. Because when you finish this course, I want
you not only to have a good knowledge of the dark
fantasy genre, but a solid grounding in writing a
novel, period; a novel of any genre or even a
mainstream or literary novel - in other words, that
Holy Grail of Writing, The Great American
Novel.”
Wow. This is such a great opportunity. You’ve
just got to take it. Go here now:
Click HERE to
purchase this very special E-course now! Not only
that, Kenyon has also agreed (after much haggling
from yours truly) to offer this course at half what
she would normally charge – but only for you
because you're an Easy Way to Write subscriber.
This course (and all its potential benefits to
your career) would normally sell for $130. Even then
it would be a bargain, considering you’ll be
personally coached by a seasoned pro. But for this
one time only, I can bring this unique, success
assured course to you for just $77.
Now that’s a serious saving.
But remember, this offer is only open until the
class fills up. After that, the classroom door
closes, forever.
Come, join Kenyon and I on this exciting journey.
The
Easy Way to Write:
Introduction to Dark Fantasy and the Horror Novel.
