Dec 20, 2023 Posted by Simon Rose

Learn how to write effective and compelling historical fiction

Historical fiction combines the events of the past with characters and stories from the writer’s imagination. This course examines the art of writing historical fiction and the need to fully immerse yourself in a particular time period to make your storytelling more believable. Learn how to write effective, authentic and appealing historical fiction and how to turn your ideas into compelling stories.... read more

Dec 16, 2023 Posted by Simon Rose

The Stone of the Seer – Where Magic and Historical Fiction Collide

The Stone of the Seer is an exciting historical fantasy series of adventure novels for young adults, primarily set in the turbulent era of the English Civil War. “Magic and Historical Fiction Collide – This book combines historical fiction with a world of magic. It is set in the period of the English Civil War and incorporates magic, mystery and witch hunting. This book engages the reader with... read more

Dec 12, 2023 Posted by Simon Rose

How to Write Great Stories for Children and Young Adults

The Writing for Children and Young Adults course focuses on writing for children aged 8 to 14 years. However some of the material also covers older and younger age groups. Learn how to write effective, authentic, and appealing fiction for children and young adults and how to turn your ideas into compelling stories.  The course explores the writing process from initial concept to finished work including... read more

Dec 9, 2023 Posted by Simon Rose

Social Grounds Holiday Market

Looking for the perfect gift? This Saturday from noon to 4 pm I’ll be signing copies of all my books at the Social Grounds Holiday Market. The event is being held at Social Grounds, 3109 Palliser Dr SW #11, in Calgary. Learn all about my many novels, including the new Stone of the Seer series, as well as about my coaching and editing services for writers and authors. Hope to see you... read more

Dec 8, 2023 Posted by Simon Rose

Future Imperfect – “This book has everything the kids today love.”

Andrew Mitchell was one of the leading experts in highly advanced technology in Silicon Valley, until he vanished following a car accident, which also injured his son, Alex. When a mysterious app later appears on Alex’s phone, he and his friend Stephanie embark on a terrifying journey involving secret technology, corporate espionage, kidnapping, and murder in a desperate bid to save the future from the... read more