Books – Leif J. Erickson

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Digging Into the Past to Write the Future

Hey there, fellow sci-fi and speculative fiction fans! As I hunker down to finish up my latest book—set to hit shelves this summer (more on that soon!)—I’ve been diving into research for my next project. That’s the best part of writing, isn’t it? The rabbit holes you fall into along the way, each one brimming… Read More

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Why We Need the Novel

In a world where we can get our content in bite-sized pieces, why do we still need the classic novel? It turns out that novels fulfill a basic human need that other forms of writing can't quite touch. Keep reading to find out why books are here to stay. We need the novel for its… Read More

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Navigating the Multiverse: Feasible Methods of Interdimensional Travel

The concept of interdimensional travel has long captured the imagination of scientists, writers, and dreamers alike, offering a tantalizing glimpse into realms beyond our own. In the realm of theoretical physics, the multiverse theory suggests the existence of countless alternate dimensions, each with its own unique laws of physics and possibilities. Throughout my over decade… Read More

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The Steps to Publishing

Writing a complete novel is Herculean task that, at times, seems impossible. To stare at a completely blank page with nothing but your imagination to guide you scares many people from even trying to write that novel they’ve been thinking about. Throughout my over decade in the literature community as a published author, I’ve actively… Read More

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Ghost Town

first set out to write about Whiterock and Doctor Victor Tesla, the book was never intended to be a vast series. The first draft followed the hauntings of a family over the course of one night. Beyond Whiterock and the Tesla family, there’s not a lot of correlation between the new Ghost Town and that first book. That story had been written and was set aside for some time before I decided to revisit it. In making notes for a rewrite, a new direction took shape and the Ghost Town series was born. The original draft has now been reworked with a lot of its content appearing in my short story, ‘The Reaper of Geneseo Falls’ which should be released in a year or two.

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The Four Point Framework

The four point framework is a very simple system to use. It doesn’t have to be very long nor does it have to be complex. The four points are simple what the overall story is based around. The points are the inciting incident, the first turning point, the second turning point, and the conclusion. It’s really that simple. When you have this completed you will see, in a big picture style of view, how the story is going to progress. This also helps you keep everything tracking right. So let’s take a look at what each point is and how to use it.