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January 2, 2022
How to Hide Dialogue Tags in Writing
Dialogue tags can cause the reader to become distracted, so should be written as subtly as possible. In this essay, Seb Reilly discusses how to disappear your dialogue tags.
January 1, 2022
Seaside Gothic Issue 1
Issue 1 of Seaside Gothic, which Seb Reilly is Editor of, has been published and is now available for purchase online or through selected retailers.
December 24, 2021
Christmas Eve
On 24 December the Christmas celebrations begin with traditions including garnishing the home in vines and baked goods before the arrival of Father Christmas.
December 21, 2021
Winter Solstice
Between 21 and 23 December is the shortest day of the year, known as the Winter Solstice, which has been noted since ancient times and is cause for celebration.
December 15, 2021
Writing Narrative Hooks
Hooks should be used to attract interest, but not to propel a narrative continuously forwards. In this essay on Patreon, Seb Reilly considers writing narrative hooks.
December 13, 2021
Seaside Gothic Literature
In a quarterly online feature for Seaside Gothic, Seb Reilly highlights notable works of seaside gothic literature, including The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway.
December 12, 2021
Old
A movie review of the film 'Old' directed by M. Night Shyamalan and starring Gael García Bernal, Vicky Krieps, Abbey Lee, and Rufus Sewell.
Old via Seb Reilly
December 3, 2021
Spiral: From the Book of Saw
A movie review of the film 'Spiral: From the Book of Saw' directed by Darren Lynn Bousman and starring Chris Rock, Max Minghella, and Samuel L Jackson.
December 2, 2021
What the Three Act Structure Means
The Third Act structure is not a rulebook, but a guide, and can be used to ensure a story stays on track. This essay explains how to use the Three Acts to your advantage.
November 30, 2021
Saint Andrew’s Day
On 30 November, the patron saint of Scotland, Saint Andrew, is recognised through a series of traditions based upon his life and the legends associated with him.
