Years ago, I read a fantastic book named The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell. In it, the author details the Hero's Journey. This is a powerful story element that every writer, artist, or spiritual seeker should understand. It illustrates a protagonist's adventures, from a safe haven to the darkest dungeon—be they literal or figurative. The …
Category: Fantasy fiction
Fantasy Month Survey!
It's time for #fantasymonth again, and I'd like to thank @A. M. Reynwood for reminding me. This year's theme is fandoms. Being such a broad category, I decided to do a survey of questions. 1. What Are Your Favorite Types of Fantasy-ish Genres? When it comes to fantasy worlds, I enjoy straight-up fantasy, science-fiction, adventure, …
What Are My Favorite Fantasy Tropes?
In fantasy, you have a plethora of tropes that are reused; most of them never lose their charm. Everything from elves, dwarves, dragons, and halflings! In science fantasy, the scope expands to robots, cyborgs, aliens—the sky's the limit. These formulas represent time-tested values that readers adore. Personally, I have my own set of fantasy tropes …
Making Fantasy Fiction Maps in GIMP: Tips and Tricks
Crafting a map for a fictional universe can be a handy resource for readers. Not every fiction has a cartographic reference, nor is it a requirement for good work. However, when done correctly, a map benefits both author and reader. In this article, I'll give an example of how I create my maps. You can …
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Disease in Fiction
Hello, my readers. Today let's discuss something that's been on all our minds recently. Yup, that's right—diseases in fiction. Right now, the world is in flux over the Coronavirus. It has created a bizarre, paranormal society where we're all confined to our homes, some of us without jobs. The Coronavirus is like this invisible antagonist, …
Reflections on Pepper Slyhart, my OC
Hello, my readers, to another installation, this one about my main character, Pepper Slyhart. My post will break down Pepper's character, her progression over the years, and what made her into what she is today. Pepper is the main protagonist of my upcoming fantasy series, Ethereal Seals. She's a hotheaded young lady with a sword, …
Book Length, Word Count, Readability, and Free Goodies!
Hello, my readers! Today I'm revisiting book lengths for authors. The length of a book can be a vital factor in its success. Depending on the target audience, genre, readability, and book type, the word count in a book can vary. That said, there are always outliers—books that have done well outside of word count …
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Chapter 1 Excerpt from Blade of Dragons
Hello, all! I'm getting ready to advertise my upcoming book, Blade of Dragons! Below is an excerpt from chapter 1 of the current manuscript. It's undergone many changes in the past couple months after several revision passes and feedback from betas. I'm excited that this project is finally reaching the next stage of its evolution, …
Book Review: The Phoenix Unchained
Hello and welcome to my latest book review. It's been a busy month between family, work, and NaNo; that doesn't mean I can't offer another informative review from yours truly. A writer friend recommended this series to me, and I decided it give it a go. Needless to say, I enjoyed the read …
Book Review: Dream Waters by Erin A. Jensen
Hello, everyone, I'm back with another book review—the Dream Waters series by Erin A. Jensen. I'm currently on book three of the trilogy (the author may write a fourth) and wanted to give my impressions of the story so far. I'll keep spoilers to a minimum. 😉 —Dream Waters— Premise Dream Waters is a fantasy/romance …
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