Science Fiction - Lynette M. Burrows

Sci-Fi and Fantasy First Lines That Will Give You Chills

In October, many Americans celebrate all things spooky. So if you like stories that raise a chill bump or two & aren’t necessarily about ghosts, take a look.

The Emotional Toll of Writing Dark Fiction

I created characters I thought couldn’t exist in America—then watched them appear on the news. How to keep writing when reality feels dystopian.

Fantastic Fantasy First Lines to Tickle Your Funny Bone

This month’s fun first line excerpts come from title by authors: Caitlin Rozakis, Hannah Nicole Maehrer, Helen Harper, Jen Lassalle, and Rob Childson.

First Lines from Tales of Spaceships and Aliens

The hooky-ness of a first line is in the reader’s eyes. These first lines are from books with classic space ships and aliens tropes.

First Lines from SF and F to Make You Smile

First lines highlights first lines SF & F for readers who want a lighter story, something that might lift spirits that need a refresh.