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Book of Poisons - Review 
The Book of Poisons, by Serita Stevens and Anne Bannon, isn’t just for those who are looking for a way to rid themselves of someone they don’t like, it is a guide for writers who need to decide what poison would be perfect for one of their villains to use. Darkfall - Review
Darkfall, by Dean Koontz, is an edge-of-your-seat masterpiece. It begins with a 2-part prologue. Dragonflight and Dragonquest by Anne McCaffrey [offsite link]
I´ve reviewed the first two books of the Dragonriders of Pern series on my personal website. Anne McCaffrey is one of America´s foremost writers of the dragon subgenre. Eats, Shoots and Leaves - Review
Eats, Shoots and Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation by Lynne Truss is an indispensable guide to correct punctuation. Hard to believe in today’s world of text-messaging that anyone still cares about how the written word is punctuated, but it is important. Farseer Trilogy by Robin Hobb - Review [offsite link]
I´ve reviewed this excellent fantasy series on my personal website. Robin Hobb is the pseudonym of Megan Lindholm, aka Margaret Ogden. Hallowe'en Party - Review
Agatha Christie was a master of deception and one of the world’s most famous mystery writers. At the time of year associated with ghosts, witches and murder, it is only fitting to turn to a book by the queen of mysteries. Icebound - Review
Icebound by Dean Koontz is a book that will send chills up your spine in more ways than one. Its setting, the Arctic, is extremely cold and reading about the intense coldness tends to make one shiver, even if it is hot outside. On Writing by Stephen King - Review
The story of how Stevie King gradually became best-selling horror writer, Stephen King, is fascinating for anyone – whether a writer or reader. If you’ve ever asked, been asked, or wanted to ask a writer how they do it, where they get their ideas from, here’s your answer. Page After Page A Review
Heather Sellers gives a unique and pragmatic view on the process of writing in her book, “Page After Page”. Permutation City by Greg Egan [offsite link]
I´ve reviewed this hard-core science fiction book by Australian author Greg Egan on my personal website.
Resources for Fiction Writers
Indulge yourself and your fiction skills with some books that will help hone your craft. Or email this page to your friends and family as a hint... Self by Yann Martel
Fiction written as a biography. At first Self reads like non-fiction, but it soon becomes crystal clear that it´s not. This is the way James Frey should´ve done it. The Black Madonna of Derby - Review
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I first began to read The Black Madonna of Derby by Joanna Czechowska. Normally I read mystery, suspense, or science fiction/fantasy. Pleasantly surprised, I discovered that historical fiction, especially if written by Joanna Czechowska, is quite enjoyable. The Halloween Tree - Review
The Halloween Tree was written by Ray Bradbury, a master of fantasy and science fiction. First published in 1972, it is a classic tale to be enjoyed by young and old alike. The Magic Hour - Review
The Magic Hour, by James S. Crowley, opens with nine-year-old twin brothers Eddie and Brian preparing to spend their first night alone outside in their tree house. Their friend, Tad, has loaned them a story that he says they must listen to. The Tough Guide To Fantasyland - Review
The Tough Guide To Fantasyland is a tongue-in-cheek dictionary of fantasy cliches and norms, and is one of those rare reference books that both entertains and educates. It's well worth a spot on a fantasy writer's bookshelf. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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