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Posts by Zayne S Halsall‭

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Q&A What determines genre?

Is the "genre" a piece of fiction belongs to determined by the author, or by the editor and publishing house? Is there an established definition for each genre, or is it largely ad hoc? I ask bec...

6 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Zayne S Halsall‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by Mark Baker‭

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Q&A Why do writers use pseudonyms?

Two reasons I know of: Personal - some people are exceptionally private, especially in this day and age, and would like to remain so in their personal lives. Professional - much like other artist...

posted 13y ago by Zayne S Halsall‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What did Norman Mailer mean?

Personally, and without any reference to support it, I've always believed the quote meant that those dedicated to a writing career often cannot also effectively support a long-term, committed relat...

posted 12y ago by Zayne S Halsall‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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