Tag Archives: Star Trek

George RR Martin and Toxic Fandom

Posted on June 1, 2022 by Geri Schear

The relationship between author and fan is an odd one. I’ve been on both sides of the fence, and I get it. I understand the need of the author to challenge himself, his characters, and his readers. By the same token, no fan wants to be toyed with, to be told, yes, we know you loved that series, but we’ve changed it completely and we believe you’ll love it even more. Continue reading →

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25 Unmistakable Signs that You’re a Writer

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Geri Schear

 You watch Sex and the City and Castle so you can critique the characters’ writing habits. You collect words the way other people collect iTunes The characters in your stories seem more real than some ‘real’ people you know. Your … Continue reading →

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Pastiche: Fan Fiction or Literature?

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Geri Schear

A while ago I told a friend I was writing a Sherlock Holmes novel. “Oh,” she said. “I’ve read some of those stories. They’re a bit naughty, aren’t they? The things Sherlock and John get up to…” I explained that … Continue reading →

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