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One genre that I think is definitely underrated these days is the military thriller genre. There came a time in the early 2000s when there were lots of these and authors like Tom Clancy really helped to shape the genre into what it is today. In fact, some of my biggest influences are military thrillers. […]
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If you’ve ever seen Christmas-themed movies or really any winter holiday film before, you’ll probably recognize the age-old small town romance story that takes place over Christmas. It’s a pretty common and popular style and there’s definitely one company in particular (cough, cough, Hallmark) that loves to make these movies. But it’s not just Hallmark
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Science fiction and fantasy are two of the most popular genres in literature, but many times, they seem to intersect or intertwine in a way that can be confusing on whether a story counts as sci-fi or fantasy. These often borrow each other’s aesthetics, themes, and even tropes. Yet, at their core, they differ in
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Creating fantasy characters can be one of the most rewarding and challenging parts of worldbuilding. You want your cast to feel vibrant, complex, and alive. In a genre overflowing with chosen ones, dragon riders, and immortal sorcerers, it can feel difficult to make them stand out. The truth is, originality in fantasy doesn’t come from
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If you’ve ever dreamed of creating your own fictional world filled with distinct cultures, amazing landscapes, and stories that feel alive, then worldbuilding is where it all begins. Whether you’re crafting a fantasy kingdom, a sci-fi empire, or a cozy magical town, worldbuilding is the foundation that helps to make your story feel believable and
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When you feel like you’re stuck staring at a blank page when all you want to do is write your story, it can feel complicated. However, there are methods that many authors have used over the years to get motivated and to keep track of their ideas to make life easier. One of those methods
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Rebecca Yarros’s Fourth Wing took the fantasy and romantasy world by storm, blending epic worldbuilding with sizzling romance, high-stakes danger, and characters readers can’t stop thinking about. If you’ve ever wondered how you can capture that same magic in your own novel, then you’re in the right place. Fourth Wing is a very popular romantasy
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After you’ve written your first draft, you’re probably staring at a very long, very sprawling document that is your manuscript. It’s super exciting to finally finish that first draft, but afterwards comes the editing phase. Editing tends to be one of the more intimidating parts of the writing process and many writers dread having to
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The idea of the author bio is more than just a formality. An author bio is a key part of your personal brand as a writer. Whether it’s on the back of your book, a press kit, your social media profiles, or a website, your bio tells readers who you are and why they should
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Creating maps for fantasy worlds is one of the most fun processes you can try in world building. A well-drawn map can spark the imagination, grounding a story or game in a world that feels alive. From the mountain ranges that divide kingdoms to the winding rivers that carve through ancient forests, maps do more
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World building is one of the most rewarding and imaginative parts about creating and running a Dungeons & Dragons (DND) campaign. People who create these campaigns are often called Dungeon Masters or DMs. Dungeon Masters have an opportunity to breathe life into a universe of their own design, complete with its own cultures, landscapes, histories,
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As writers, we are very fortunate to have so many tools available at our disposal for enhancing our craft and publishing books faster. When it comes to editing, refining our writing styles, and helping us grow as writers though, there are not so many tools out there to make the process easier. However, one platform
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