Natural Resources and Trade in Fantasy Worldbuilding
I'm guessing no one’s jumping for joy thinking about mining or trade routes. You’d rather be building your magic system, drawing maps or creating brand new magical species. I get it, but if you’re here, the chances are you’re looking for ways to make your world feel...
The Endless Journeys: Transport in Your Fantasy World
For some reason, travelling is a huge part of the fantasy genre. Look at Lord of the Rings, The Wheel of Time, A Song of Ice and Fire and so on. Fantasy authors just can't help themselves. Someone's got to go somewhere. I think one of the reasons for this is that we...
How to Write Fiction When Writing is Your Day Job
Do you write fiction when writing is your job? it can be hard to balance the two and make time for the one that’s not paying the bills. Here’s how I do it…
How to Keep Track of 101 Characters in Your Novel
Fantasy writers love tons of characters. So, if you need to keep track of characters in your novel, I’ve got some tips that have helped me.
Is Fantasy Popular Now? A Goodbye Review of Game of Thrones
While there's still the books to come, I wanted to write a special post today about the recent and final season of HBO's A Game of Thrones. This is a series that has won the hearts of millions worldwide. Somehow, this tale of magic, dragons and castles became the most...
How to Manage Mental Health When Working from Home
Working from home can definitely benefit your mental health, but there are also some concerns. Here’s how to manage your mental health working from home.
The Freedom to Freelance: Opportunities Arise
Ever wondered what it’s like to go freelance? In this post, I’ll be discussing the opportunities that arise from going full-time freelance.
The Pain of Dealing with Writer’s Block Guilt
We’ve all felt it, the itch to return to writing but the words don’t come. With that comes the guilt, which makes it even harder. But why do we feel guilty?
How to Set Your Home Office Up for Ultimate Productivity
If you work from home, setting up your office well is so important. I’ll be sharing some tips on how to set your home office up for ultimate productivity.
The Allure of Fiction – Why Do We Write It?
It’s difficult to explain to someone who doesn’t write, why the hell we do this thing. But in this post, I try to pinpoint the key reasons why we write.
How to “Write What You Know” When Writing Fantasy
We’re always told write what you know, but what if you’re writing about fantasy and magic? Here’s how to write what you know when writing fantasy.
The Benefits of Keeping a Travel Diary
Keeping a travel diary is a fun way to capture memories in a way that photos can’t. Here are the benefits of keeping a travel diary.