A good complex villain is an embodiment of good intentions falling down a spiral staircase.
Author: samurainovelist
Japanese writer struggling to write a novel in English. My first published story was the flash fiction "Chocolate Soup" in the anthology "Opus 22" by Melius Scripto Press published in 2017.
(The ivory dragon on my avatar is a netsuke by the carver Rakuchu. I also carve netsuke as a hobby.)
The Seventh Seal
Truly introspective fiction is no longer made. But the movie "The Seventh Seal" survives.
Writing Exercise (3) “The Ghost”
My idea for the opening lines of a first chapter.
How Deeply Do Readers Read?
It is evidence of quality in a book if numerous crazy theories surround its interpretation.
In the Interrogation Room
A cop interrogates a suspect over a murder case.
Reading Lists
I realized that my reading was utterly inadequate, and I resolved to make 2016 my year of reading.
Writing Tips From Famous Writers
In the age of digital publishing, we have to decide for ourselves what "good" books are.
Micro-audiences
If you can find a passionate micro-audience and provide a quality product, you can cultivate your own market.
Trauma
Make peace with the fact that you are just a dude, and respect yourself.
World Building (3)
Writing requires a lot of reading, but world building more so.
Samurai Novelist 