Good names help both writers and readers move through a story smoothly.” — Dan Schmidt Naming characters in a fictional universe may seem like a simple task, but it can stump some authors. How do we approach this issue? Is there a method to naming characters? In this post, I'll describe how I go about it, …
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What is Anger in Fiction?
As one of the primordial emotions, anger has formed a significant role in humanity's history. From righteous fury to barbaric rage, anger is a force to be reckoned with. Likened to an inferno. The flames of one's rage can pave one's destiny, destroying whole armies, or consuming the person in the process. How do we …
New Thoughts on Creativity
“Creative people are curious, flexible, persistent, and independent, with a tremendous spirit of adventure and a love of play.” —Henri Matisse Throughout time, we humans have expressed creativity with a passion. Whether through art, writing, music, or other media, creativity is what drives us to live. To aspire to new heights. But what exactly is …
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, …
Fantasy Book review, Mistborn #1: The Final Empire
Hello to my readers. Cheers to another book review. I read a fascinating series weeks ago and thought I'd share my thoughts on it. I'll keep spoilers to a minimum. With that said, let's delve into Brandon Sanderson's world of intrigue, magic, and adventure. Mistborn, the Series Premise Mistborn is an epic fantasy series that …
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