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Fiction Posts
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Chapter 1: Long Shadows, Longer Night 2 of 2
Chapter 1: Long Shadows, Longer Night 2 of 2 Elara had gone straight to bed, leaving the evening meal subdued. The lack of conversation…
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Upcoming Releases in the Oathbreakers Saga
Updates and Upcoming Releases It’s been a year since my last post—time really does fly—but the world of the Oathbreakers Saga has been quietly…
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In 500ft Turn Right: A Roadmap to Crafting Plot
In 500ft Turn Right: A Roadmap to Crafting Plot Vast worlds, iconic characters, and epic conflicts are what captivate a reader’s curiosity, but these…
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Crafting Fantasy Context: The Role of Geography and Weather
Crafting Fantasy Context: The Role of Geography and Weather When crafting a compelling fantasy world, geography, seasons, and weather are not just background details—they’re…
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The Moon’s Last Gift: Chapter 1: 1 of 2
Chapter 1: Long Shadows, Longer Night 1 of 2 The golden light of dawn was more of a wintry blue when it touched the…
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Engaging Readers: Relatable Conflicts in Fantasy
Engaging Readers: Relatable Conflicts in Fantasy As fantasy writers, we often weave vast worlds of magic, epic battles, and grand adventures. Yet, even the…
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Mastering Oblique Characters with the Minesweeper Method
Mastering Oblique Characters with the Minesweeper Method Oblique characters—those who aren’t fully understood at first glance—add intrigue and layers to your narrative. They are…
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Out of Context Story Elements
Out of Context Story Elements Do you have character/conflict fitment issues? The real magic of storytelling happens when your characters, conflicts, and context weave…
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Crafting Context for Compelling Stories
Crafting Context for Compelling Stories What is Context?A technical perspective of context is: the invisible framework that holds a narrative together. It sets the…
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Types of Conflict Every Writer Must Know
Types of Conflict Every Writer Must Know Without conflict, your story lacks urgency, your characters lack purpose, and your readers will lose interest. Good…