by Joe Mynhardt | Mar 6, 2024 | blog
In the dim recesses of horror fiction, dialogue serves as a lantern, casting light on the psyches and histories of characters. When used deftly, it carves out the contours of their personalities, unravels their fears, and embroiders their backgrounds into the tapestry...
by Joe Mynhardt | Feb 14, 2024 | blog
In preparation for my Shadows & Ink Vol.2 book, out in April, I want to deep dive into dialogue, which is so important in horror fiction. The book delves quite deep into dialogue and a few other topics, but I felt the need to share some of my extra research with...
by Joe Mynhardt | Feb 7, 2024 | blog
Hello, fellow dark scribes of the Shadows & Ink community! Today, we’re venturing into the realms of productivity and motivation, exploring how setting deadlines, working with a team, and having regular accountability check-ins can transform your writing process,...
by Joe Mynhardt | Jan 31, 2024 | blog
Earlier this week, our mastermind group got into a spirited chat about one of the unsung heroes in crafting a spine-tingling story: editing. Whether it’s your first ghost story or you’re already a wizard of the weird, let’s talk about why giving your manuscript a good...
by Joe Mynhardt | Jan 24, 2024 | blog
Welcome back to the Shadows & Ink blog! As I’m working into the second volume of the Shadows & Ink series, out April 19th, I’m exploring a crucial element in horror fiction: setting and atmosphere. These are the silent yet powerful characters in your...
by Joe Mynhardt | Jan 17, 2024 | blog
In the realm of horror fiction, the power of a well-crafted description can’t be overstated. It’s the brush with which writers paint scenes of dread and suspense, transforming mere words into vivid landscapes of fear. Whether you’re a budding horror writer or a...
