Why Perfection is Overrated in Your Fantasy World
You can waste so much time trying to make everything perfect in your fantasy world. Here’s why perfection is overrated in your fantasy world
How to Avoid Info Dumping Your Fantasy Novel into Oblivion
That shiny new world you’ve been working on for years – be careful to avoid info dumping your fantasy novel into oblivion!
Can You Really Write Whatever You Want in Fantasy?
“Fantasy is easy, you can say whatever”. This post goes into why fantasy is not always that simple. Can you really write whatever you want in fantasy?
History for Fantasy World Builders: Why It’s a Useful Guide
What’s history got to do with a made-up place? History can inform and inspire our world building choices to add texture to a world and make it feel real.
The Dreaded Re–Plot – Where I’m At #2
After months and months of working on my first draft, I’ve finally finished. This post will focus on the re–plot and editing process.
What My Recent Trip Taught Me About Language in Fantasy
A recent trip to Luxembourg and Germany highlighted the importance of communication and language in fantasy world building.
Story Bibles: Why Fantasy Writers Should Make One Right Now
A story bible is a resource that you create that contains all the information you need to write your novel. Here’s why all fantasy writers should make one.
Is Your Fantasy World Different Enough?
Is your fantasy world different enough from others? It’s important to be aware of common tropes used in your genre so that you can do something about them.
How I Got Started With Building a Fantasy World
When I decided to take on the task of building a fantasy world, I didn’t know where to start. Here is my process so far and what’s worked for me.
Where I’m At #1- Writing Progress
Here’s my first Where I’m At post where I’ll be discussing where about in the writing process I am. In this series I discuss what works & doesn’t work.