Writing Fantasy and Science Fiction

What makes fantasy different from other types of fiction? How do you build a science fiction world? Does magic need rules? From outer space to cyberspace, from The Lord of the Rings to Harry Potter, fantasy and science fiction are more popular with readers than ever before, and offer a unique set of challenges to the writer. Award-winning author Lisa Tuttle draws on her own experience as writer, editor and teacher to offer practical advice and encouragement to the aspiring fantasy and science fiction writer . The book covers ideas, world-building, language, structure, short stories, writing for children, finding an agent and markets.

About the author

Lisa Tuttle taught a science fiction course at the City Lit College, part of London University, and has tutored on the Arvon courses. She has also published six novels.

Product details

• Authors: Lisa Tuttle, Tuttle Lisa
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.05.2005
• EAN: 9780713672442
• ISBN: 978-0-7136-7244-2
• No. of pages: 192
• Dimensions: 137 mm x 215 mm x 15 mm
• Series: Writing Handbooks
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Linguistics and literary studies; Creative writing & creative writing guides, Creative writing and creative writing guides, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Writing / General