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Gay Authors Writing Resources
Back to Top ↑Writing is easier when you have the right tools and the right people. This page collects trusted resources for planning, drafting, revising, and polishing your work — from prompts and plotting guides to grammar help, research links, and publishing references. You’ll also find Gay Authors community spaces where you can ask craft questions, share progress, and get constructive feedback. Skim the sections below or jump directly to the topic you’re working on today.
Gay Authors - Authors Start Here
- Step-by-Step Guide to Posting on Gay Authors — How to be an Author on Gay Authors and how to post a story. Step by Step.
Gay Authors Writing Prompt Tool
- Gay Authors Prompt Tool — Need a random name? Need some inspiration? Check out the new and growing Gay Authors Prompt Tool. (Limited access for guests. Register a free account on Gay Authors for more prompts.)
Gay Authors Writing Forums
- Writer’s Circle — A forum for members to discuss all aspects of writing.
- Speculative Fiction — Discuss speculative fiction: fantasy, science fiction, paranormal, and more.
- Poetry — A forum for members to discuss poetry.
- Anthologies — Discuss Gay Authors anthology events.
- Editors — A forum for members to discuss editing.
- Copyrights — A forum for members to discuss copyright topics.
Gay Authors Genres and Fandoms
- Story Archive Genres — All genres/sub-genres available on Gay Authors, with descriptions.
- Story Archive Fanfiction Fandoms — All fanfiction fandoms available on Gay Authors, with descriptions.
Grammar / Technical Writing
- Grammarly — Writing assistance to take the edge off the sharp red pencil.
- A Guide to Proper Comma Use — Technical comma rules; a solid starting point.
- Rules for Comma Usage — Broader comma coverage.
- Using Semicolons — Short and to the point.
- Lay or Lie? — Quick guide to choosing the correct verb form in common situations.
- Set or Sit? — Clear examples that show when each verb is correct.
- May vs. Might — Practical distinction for uncertainty, possibility, and tone.
- Chicago Manual of Style — Industry-standard style guidance (punctuation, capitalization, citations, and more).
- Blue Book of Grammar — Straightforward grammar and punctuation rules with examples.
- Purdue OWL — Citations, cover letters, writing help, and general advice.
- Grammar Girl — Bite-sized grammar tips for frequent “is it this or that?” questions.
- Writing.com — Writing community with prompts, courses, and peer feedback tools.
- Writer’s Digest — Great newsletter.
- ProWritingAid — Grammar checking tool.
Creative Writing
- Plottr — Visual plotting tool with templates.
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Writing Fix — Prompts and lesson-style exercises designed to strengthen craft skills.
- Creative Writing Now — Writing lessons, prompts, and step-by-step practice articles.
- Sci-fi Writing Ideas — Writing advice + alien name generator.
- Encyclopedia of Science Fiction — Deep genre reference for tropes, themes, and key works/authors.
- Story Genres Wiki — GA-focused genre and sub-genre guidance, tags, and reader expectations.
General Research
- Encyclopedia.com — General reference articles for quick background research.
- World Atlas — Maps and country/region facts for setting details.
- Merriam-Webster — Definitions, usage notes, synonyms, and pronunciation.
Publishing
- Publisher’s Weekly — Publishing industry news, book deals, and market coverage.
- There Are No Rules — Blog by Writer’s Digest.
- BookEnds, LLC — Agent-run blog with querying, submissions, and industry insights.
- USA Copyright Office — Official copyright basics, registration, and FAQ guidance.
World Building
- World Anvil — Worldbuilding suite for timelines, locations, cultures, and notes.
- SFWA Questions — A practical checklist to stress-test your setting’s logic and depth.
- Habitable Zone — Reference overview for plausibility in space/planet settings.
- Avatar’s Pandora — Example setting reference for ecology, culture, and world detail density.
- Writers Are World Creators — Craft perspective on building worlds that serve story and character.
- World Building Tips — Practical tips for creating engaging, coherent settings.
- Donjon Tools — Random generators (RPG-focused, useful for fiction).
- DriveThruRPG — Paid/free gaming material for inspiration.
- DungeonFog — Online map editor.
- Time and Date — Time/date tools by location and period.
- Campfire Blaze — Online tool to build worlds and characters.
- World Building Magazine — Free online magazine on worldbuilding topics.
Mythologies
- Greek Mythology — Primary-source-heavy myth reference with names, variants, and citations.
- Norse Mythology — Accessible overviews of major myths, figures, and artifacts.
- Fantastic Bestiary — Creature reference for monsters, folklore beasts, and inspiration.
- General World Mythologies — Myth encyclopedia spanning cultures, deities, and legends.
- Current Works in Fantasy Fiction Media — SFF media coverage and spotlighting new works and creators.
Inspiration
Image Tools
- Canva — Image design for non-designers.
- Nik Collection — Tools for improving images.
- Digital Trends — Free photo editing software roundups.
- Self-Publish Book Covers — Purchase book covers for ebooks.
- Bing’s DALL·E Image Creator — Generate images from prompts for concepting and inspiration.
Writer’s Digest
- Science Fiction and Fantasy Articles — Genre-specific craft articles, trends, and prompts.
- 10 Ways to Hook Your Reader — Practical techniques to strengthen openings and first pages.
- What Makes Monsters Scary — Craft breakdown of fear, tension, and memorable antagonists.
Subreddits for Writers
- Character Development — Prompts, feedback, and discussion focused on character building.
- Fantasy Writers — Fantasy craft discussion, critiques, and worldbuilding talk.
- SciFi Writers — Sci-fi craft questions, critique requests, and idea workshopping.
- Worldbuilding — Worldbuilding theory, examples, and feedback on setting concepts.
Writing Sex Scenes
Focus on consent, character, and emotional stakes; explicitness is optional.
- Dynamic Verbs for Sex Scenes (and others) — The original AnyaBreton.com post is no longer reliably available; this is a working mirror.
- The Ultimate Guide to Writing Smut Fic — Fan-oriented craft guide for writing explicit scenes with purpose and pacing.
- Writing Erotic Sex Scenes — Tips on keeping intimacy scenes character-driven and readable.
Character Development
- Sci-Fi Name Generator — A handy way to generate sci-fi names.
- Fantasy Name Generator — Names of people and places.
- How to Create a Character Profile — A structured profile approach to deepen characters quickly.
- Behind the Name — Names from around the world.
- Hero Forge — Create your character and optionally get it 3D printed.
Writing Clubs at Gay Authors
- Writer’s Circle — Club dedicated to writers and writing.
- Poetry Writers — Club dedicated to writers of poetry.
- Critique Room — Club dedicated to writer development and feedback.
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Also thanks to the following people for additional suggestions: @Cia @Backwoods Boy @Daddydavek @MrM @Thorn Wilde@Wayne Gray@Brayon@GA Staff@Valkyrie
This page was last updated on Feb 21, 2026.