This episode starts out with S. C. exploring five tips for dark fiction and horror authors, including: be true to the content; use your fears; pace your story; create 3D characters; and atmosphere is key (0:44). This episode's writing tip zones in on purple prose, what it is and how it should be treated (4:35). In the Rules to Write by Alaine and S.C. dive into chapter word counts and if there is a set standard or if there is a certain amount of flexibility on the topic (7:06). #2DP #ask2DP