Introducing Science Fiction and Fantasy
  • Course Overview
  • What is Science Fiction and Fantasy?
  • Why Write Science Fiction and Fantasy?
  • Fantasy Origins
  • Science Fiction Origins
  • Fantasy Authors
  • Science Fiction Authors
  • What Makes Great Science Fiction and Fantasy?
  • Fantasy Genres
  • Science Fiction Genres
  • Young Adult and Middle Grade Science Fiction and Fantasy
World Building
  • Plot vs. Story
  • Space Travel
  • Time Travel
  • Psy Powers
  • Magic
  • World Building
Story Structure
  • Character Building
  • Your Protagonist
  • Your Antagonist
  • Other Characters
  • Dramatic Elements
  • Story Structure
  • Act 1
  • Act 2
  • Act 3
  • Scene and Sequel
The Writing Process
  • Conflict
  • Suspense
  • Mystery
  • Pacing
  • Viewpoint
  • Voice
  • Tense
  • Setting
  • Dialogue
  • Beginnings and Endings
  • Writing Big
  • Writing Well
  • Manuscript Evaluation
Analyzing Great Science Fiction and Fantasy
  • Analyzing Great Science Fiction and Fantasy - Time Travel
  • Analyzing Great Science Fiction and Fantasy - Multiple Worlds
  • Analyzing Great Science Fiction and Fantasy - Alternate Realities
  • Analyzing Great Science Fiction and Fantasy - The Future
Getting Published
  • Marketing Collateral
  • Traditional Publishing
  • Self-Publishing
  • Cover Art
  • Marketing
  • Next Steps