Bizet's(1838-75) famous opera, Carmen, was based on Prosper Merimee's 1845 novella, which gained little success at the time.

Aug 26, 2009 - Paula Marie Deubel

Readers are attracted to horror stories for many reasons -- to seek excitement, to experience the thrill of being scared, or to learn something about human nature

Oct 22, 2007 - Vickie Britton

Psychologists like David Buss, Leda Cosmides, and John Tooby looked to evolution as an explanation for human behavior. This began the field of evolutionary psychology.

Nov 14, 2009 - Andy Luttrell

A degree in communications or psychology offers many career path options and can be great foundations for further education.

Aug 31, 2009 - Joni Rose

David Buss wondered why people find certain qualities attractive. His theory is that people select characteristics that reflect reproductive fitness.

Nov 14, 2009 - Andy Luttrell

Knowledge of physiology and normal activity of the brain are good start for understanding psychological explanations of behavioural change and differences.

Jul 11, 2011 - Susan Morris

Small town revelations and sensational themes combine in this psychological novel.

Feb 15, 2012 - Amanda Kerr

Permanent body art, skin graphics, mutilation, statements of love and priorities: tattoos have long been markers that say much about their wearers.

Dec 4, 2010 - David Porter

The development of characterization throughout history is fascinating. What is a story if not a tale about the evolution of the human being?

Jan 24, 2011 - Susan Fourtané

A brief presentation and how-to on the mental aspects of creating characters in fiction.

Sep 9, 2010 - Patrick Stephens

Traditional Gothic fiction encompassed supernatural entities engendering fear of the unknown to a largely unenlightened audience.

Sep 19, 2011 - Doreen Taylor

This article will provide hints and tips on writing great characters: an essential part of writing fiction.

Jun 9, 2010 - Shaun Edwards

Since science fiction is about how large and small societies use technology to interact with other societies, its intent is, more often than not, political.

Aug 1, 2007 - Rhonda Leigh Jones

An explanation of why speculative fiction/science fiction has garnered a stigma in the world of literary fiction and how to adjust to its potential.

Feb 6, 2011 - Patrick Stephens

Fiction writers do extensive research to include details that make their short stories and novels ring true. The writing process includes fact-finding and note taking.

Aug 3, 2009 - Suzanne Pitner

From the 18th century to the present day, Gothic fiction has fascinated and terrified. This introduction explains the origins of the genre and its popular conventions.

Jun 18, 2009 - Marilyn Michaud

"Conspiracy theories exist in the realm of myth, where imaginations run wild, fears trump facts and evidence is ignored."(US Gov.)

May 3, 2011 - Mary Purpari

The film noir movement of the 1940s is never coming back. But it can live on in Science Fiction.

Apr 3, 2011 - S Gregory Small

Speculative fiction encompasses three genres of fiction; science fiction, fantasy and horror. Often these genres overlap.

Oct 24, 2010 - Renee Miller

Malicious Intent shows the writer how to learn about the mind of criminals, exploring the psychological differences between killers, rapists, terrorists and others.

Sep 5, 2009 - Martha R. Gore