 Sites for writers,
sites for grammar, and sites that didn't quite fit anywhere else.
writers' guides
NEW:
Spare us
your crap! Use these fic resources: A nice compilation of
different sites that run the gamut of fanfic topics. Seems to be
geared towards Sailor Moon (?), but I think things like the
NC-17 grammar guide and
Mary Sue
litmus test are relevant to a lot of fandoms. Heh.
Fanfic101: Series of
"lectures" on various aspects of writing fanfic, including dialogue,
punctuation, alternate universe fics, point of view, grammar and
Mary Sues.
Omega-17 Writer's
Guide: Another site with tips for writers, but this one (on the
Alias R/NC-17 fic site) works from the smut angle. Includes some
good tips and a link to a good smut-writing guide (those are few and
far between for fanfic, as far as I can tell...believe me, I googled
it to help you all out and came up with some scary scary stuff). In
addition to the smut writing stuff, there's also some good info on
things like formatting, grammar and beta reading.
Writing Tips
for Fan Fiction Writers: A lengthy list of links and
descriptions to different fanfic and writing sites. Emphasis, but
not too much, on X-Files slash. There's still plenty here if
that's not what you're writing. A Seminar on
Writing Prose: This lengthy guide covers a number of different
areas, including a lot of the things you'd expect (words, dialogue,
etc.) but also with a big section on writing action, such as fight
scenes.
Fiction Writing With an Emphasis on Science Fiction/Fantasy
Writing: There is a definite emphasis on the sci-fi/fantasy
(which may even be helpful for you, with some of Alias' storylines),
but this site has lots of other useful stuff. Topics include pace,
character building, dialogue, speech tags, active vs. passive voice,
etc. Also has a bunch of links to other resources down at the
bottom.
Writers University: This
site dubs itself the most comprehensive guide to writing fan fiction
on the Internet, and it is pretty damn comprehensive. Includes
sections on the history, legality and "philosophy" of fanfic, as
well as the things you'd expect — languages, a grammar guide,
geography and doing research.
Ophelia's
X-Files Fanfic Writing Guide: Although this is an X-Files guide,
I like the looks of it, especially if you're a beginning author.
dictionaries and thesauri
Merriam-Webster Online: My personal
fave dictionary/thesaurus site.
Dictionary.com:
Another dictionary and thesaurus site.
grammar NEW:
Types of
verbs: Exactly what it says. But verbs are confusing. So I think
it's helpful.
general resource sites
NEW: Bartleby.com: A
site full of reference, fiction and non-fiction books, all free for
the reading (from Amy).
Journalist's Toolbox:
Perhaps you aren't a journalist. But if you're planning on writing
about a current event, this site can be an enormous help. More than
19,000 resources about all sorts of things.
betas and betaing
NEW:
Betas (by auburnnothenna): A look at the different types of
betas out there, and what they can each do for your story (from
Daera).
NEW: An Editor by a Different Name Still Uses Red
Pen: Beta Reading and You: From Fanfic101, a look at the
beta-reading process, and a good place to you if you want some tips
on how to beta read (from Daera).
NEW:
The Beta Reader / Writer Relationship: Negotiation and Ettiquette by
Dasha K: How to treat your beta (from Daera).
NEW:
Beta Readers: Finding One Is Worse Than Blind Dating by Dasha K:
How to find a beta in the first place.
criminal justice National
Criminal Justice Reference Service: Site that includes tons of
references on criminal justice, including international, drugs and
crime and law enforcement sections.
martial arts
The Virtual Library:
Martial Arts: Portal that has links in different reference areas
— styles, resources, and products.
Martial
Arts and Training — FAQ: Links to a number of martial arts FAQs. |
