Podcasts about writing fantasy

Bestselling fantasy authors Holly Black and Samantha Shannon on building believable magic systems, researching and constructing immersive worlds, and why the right book often only emerges once you've written the wrong one.   You'll learn Why the most convincing magic on the page often starts with something you once half-believed was real. How writing the wrong version of a book can be the only route to the right one. What the texture of a world quietly promises a reader before the plot even begins. Why putting a character through the worst is often the best thing you can do for a story. When the certainty that your draft is a disaster is just a normal part of the process. What early hype can do to a writer, and why other writers are the antidote. Where to draw the line between research that serves the book and a rabbit hole that doesn't. A method for plotting a long series when you know the destination but not the route. What happens when a character starts refusing what you try to make it do. Episode Links Holly Black — original LWS episode: https://londonwriterssalon.simplecast.com/episodes/127-holly-black-crafting-bestselling-fantasy-world-building-character-development-and-the-prisoners-throne Samantha Shannon — original LWS episode: https://londonwriterssalon.simplecast.com/episodes/068-samantha-shannon-the-art-of-writing-fantasy-fiction-plotting-mental-health About the Guests Holly Black is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of fantasy books, including the Novels of Elfhame, The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, the Spiderwick Chronicles, her adult debut, Book of Night, as well as an Arthurian picture book called Sir Morien. She has been a finalist for an Eisner Award and the Lodestar Award, and the recipient of the Mythopoeic Award, a Nebula, and a Newbery Honor. Her books have been translated into 32 languages worldwide and adapted for film. She currently lives in New England with her husband and son in a house with a secret library. She invites you to visit her online at blackholly.com or follow her @Hollyblack @blackholly. Samantha Shannon is a New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of The Bone Season and The Priory of the Orange Tree. Born in West London, she studied English Language and Literature at St Anne's College, Oxford, from 2010 to 2013, specialising in the poetry of Emily Dickinson and Principles of Film Criticism. For show notes, transcripts and to attend our live podcasts visit: podcast.londonwriterssalon.com.For free writing sessions, join free Writers' Hours: writershour.com.*FOLLOW LONDON WRITERS' SALONTwitter: twitter.com/​​WritersSalonInstagram: instagram.com/londonwriterssalonFacebook: facebook.com/LondonWritersSalonIf you're enjoying this show, please rate and review this show!

Bestselling Fantasy Author Jesper Schmidt explains The Mechanics of Fantasy Writing. He also dabbles in non-fiction, and he assists authors with writing, publishing, and marketing. 

In the final part of our Fantasy Subgenre Series, we explore the soft side of the genre: Cozy Fantasy, Slice-of-Life Fantasy, Eco-Fantasy, Children's Fantasy, YA Fantasy, Comical/Satirical Fantasy, Fairy-Tale Fantasy, and Fairy-Tale Retellings.

RJ Barker is a critically acclaimed and award-winning fantasy author of the Wounded Kingdom and Tide Child trilogies, and certainly one of the best writers around right now. In this in-depth interview, RJ shares his story of getting into writing, honing his craft, and the process of creating his brilliant stories. We delve into creating characters and worldbuilding, psychological challenges and how to overcome them, and RJ shares his best pieces of advice for all writers out there looking to learn something new. ✍️ More from RJ Barker:Website: ⁠https://www.rjbarker.com/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/rjbarker.bsky.socialBooks: https://store.orbit-books.co.uk/collections/author-rj-barker✍️ Join our community & writing tools:Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/TheFantasyWritersToolshed⁠Website and writing classes: ⁠https://richiebilling.com/

In Part II of our Fantasy Subgenre Series, we explore the darker and more modern branches of fantasy: Dark Fantasy, Grimdark, Urban Fantasy, Contemporary/Modern Fantasy, Paranormal Fantasy, Romantasy, Progression Fantasy, LitRPG, and Gamelit.

In Part I of this three-episode Fantasy Subgenre Series, we dive into the grand-scale branches of fantasy: Epic Fantasy, High Fantasy, Low Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery, Historical Fantasy, Alternate History, Mythic Fantasy, Indigenous/Mythic-Region Fantasy, Portal Fantasy, Science Fantasy, Steampunk, and Gaslamp Fantasy.

Bestselling author Kati Wilde joins Samantha Tennant to chat about her epic fantasy series The Dead Lands, her steamy Hellfire Riders motorcycle romances, and her Christmas love stories. She shares how fanfiction shaped her writing career, the story behind her ONLY ONE BED title, and why she made a comic recap of her series using stick figures.

This week I'm talking with Hope Cole about her book Daughter of the Void (https://amzn.to/4o8Hrbu) Find out more about Hope Cole here: https://www.hrcole.com/My birthday treat for you this week---> The Stepping Series audiobooks for just $2 https://www.curios.com/c/WBKAXQ https://www.curios.com/c/V3EQ5YNYC Midnight story challenges: https://www.nycmidnight.com/ProWritingAid Novel November: https://prowritingaid.com/novel-novemberSign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I'm reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell

This week I'm talking with Hope Cole about her book Daughter of the Void (https://amzn.to/4o8Hrbu) Find out more about Hope Cole here: https://www.hrcole.com/My birthday treat for you this week---> The Stepping Series audiobooks for just $2 https://www.curios.com/c/WBKAXQ https://www.curios.com/c/V3EQ5YNYC Midnight story challenges: https://www.nycmidnight.com/ProWritingAid Novel November: https://prowritingaid.com/novel-novemberSign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I'm reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @author_katcaldwell

This week, we journey into the realm of fantasy and uncover how to build worlds that feel alive without overwhelming your readers with exposition. Tune in for writing advice, publishing insights, and a well-deserved writing break.

What happens when a rebellious tooth fairy teams up with a cuddly troll and a brilliant goblin scientist? You get A Tooth Fairy Tale — an imaginative adventure where unlikely heroes must save their magical worlds from menacing spiders.We sit down with co-writer Richard Dane Scott to talk about crafting this whimsical story, building a fantasy universe that balances humor and heart, and why magical tales still capture the imagination of audiences young and old.

The final episode of Season 2 is a love letter to all fiction writers.We've covered nearly 30 episodes this season, from character arcs to worldbuilding to the emotional ups and downs of putting your work into the world. Before we break for summer, I wanted to leave you with something real: a mix of reflection, encouragement, and a few favorite moments from this season's guests.You'll hear reminders that it's okay to:Take your timeBe frustratedCelebrate the small winsKeep going even when it's hardIf you've been feeling stuck, tired, or unsure where you're headed, I hope this episode gives you permission to rest and reassurance that your story matters.I'll be back in the fall with new guests, new topics, and more tools to help you write with clarity, confidence, and heart.⏱ Episode Breakdown:00:00 – A Love Letter to Writers 00:19 – Welcome to Write It Scared 01:27 – Reflecting on Season Two 03:10 – Permission to Write 04:15 – Advice from Our Guests 13:48 – Final Thoughts and Future Plans 15:40 – Thank You and GoodbyeEpisodes MentionedEp 41 Michele RegenoldEp 67 Kristin OffilerEp 43 MK PaganoEp 45 Trisha Jenn LoehrEp 55 Alexandria FaulkenburyEp 53  Demi Michelle SchwartzEp 67 Gloria HuangEp 63 Brooke Adams LawEp 49 Michael FedorEp 68 AM DeeseEp 59 Amy BernstineEp 61 Gina KammerEp 51 Amy NielsonHave a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you.Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here!To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

I'm thrilled to be joined by bestselling fantasy author, Jim C. Hines for an extended interview about his two new books, Kitemaster and the relaunch of the beloved classic, Goblin Quest. Jim opens up about his writing journey, what it's like to be a writer—even down to the earnings—and shares some of his best advice for writing short stories, crafting lovable characters, and writing stories that you're passionate about.It's fantastic to learn from such a seasoned and decorated pro. I learned an awful lot, and I hope you do too! FANTASY WRITING BOOKS, CLASSES AND TOOLS⁠https://www.patreon.com/TheFantasyWritersToolshed ⁠JOIN OUR DISCORD COMMUNITY⁠⁠⁠https://mailchi.mp/395aa89d6ec0/join-richie-billings-community-of-writers⁠ ⁠⁠ABOUT JIM C. HINEShttps://www.jimchines.com/Goblin Quest (direct from author) - https://payhip.com/b/XBK0DKitemaster - https://bookshop.org/p/books/kitemaster/21588658?aid=25009GET IN TOUCHthefantasywriterstoolshed@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠www.richiebilling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ RESOURCESDiscover more ⁠⁠⁠⁠writing tips⁠ and guides⁠⁠⁠ hereAnd learn more about⁠ writing fantasy⁠⁠⁠⁠ here

Enter the WIS Podcast Anniversary Giveaway! Win Book Coaching Sessions + More Prizes!This week is all about writing fantasy and building magic systems! We cover:What a magic system is designed to doThe difference between soft vs. hard and low vs. high magic systems (and why knowing the difference matters)Practical ways to ground readers in the familiar, even when your world is totally newStrategies for overcoming those tricky mental blocks we all hit while building fantasy worlds (you're definitely not alone!)Gina's powerful tips from brain science to help you connect with your readers on a deeper levelIf you've ever struggled to craft magic systems or fantasy worlds readers can't get enough of, this episode is for you. Gina and I will leave you feeling inspired, capable, and excited to dive into your own magical creationsLinks mentioned: Four Core Types of Magic Systems  inkybookwyrm.comWord Wizard's Journey: Turn Your Story Idea into a Marketable Book https://www.inkybookwyrm.com/f/bookmapYouTube: Gina Kammer, The Inky Bookwyrmhttps://www.youtube.com/@ginakammerEnchant Your Readers programhttps://www.inkybookwyrm.com/courses/enchantyourreadersPlus, fantasy and sci-fi writers can join her Critique Partner Program (50% off through this link!)Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you.Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here!To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/ https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

Send us a textJoin Drake and Marie as they discuss using author voice vs character voice.Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manualMembership for Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinGive us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)comDiscord: https://discord.gg/vMrmBsF5fhMagicfall: http://magicfallnovel.com/Drake's Contact Details:Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/  - Use RYID25 for 25% off!Writer's Room: https://writersroom.mn.co/Marie's contact details:Books: https://mariemullany.com/booksJust In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1

Yet another episode in the Genre Essentials series, and the last Genre Specific episode, this time we're chatting about Sci-Fi and Fantasy. And before you yell at me, yes I know they are two different genres! But bear with me, while I explain why I have lumped them together for the purposes of this episode.  Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a burning questions you'd like answered, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach out on Instagram where you'll find me @jfgibsonwriter subscribe to my Substack https://writesquadcommunity.substack.com/ for lots more on writing, publishing, books and more. You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson  Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi

In this episode, award-nominated author Ciel Pierlot joins me in the Toolshed for a fascinating chat about writing fantasy and writing queer fiction. Ciel's new book, The Hunter's Gambit, was published by Angry Robot earlier this year. We chat all about the writing of the story, Ciel's writing process as a whole, and crafting characters who are interesting and engaging. Ciel also discusses her experience of the query trenches and how she found a literary agent. As always, you're bound to learn something new! JOIN OUR DISCORD COMMUNITY https://mailchi.mp/395aa89d6ec0/join-richie-billings-community-of-writers ABOUT CIEL PIERLOT https://cielpierlot.com/ GET THE HUNTER'S GAMBIT https://angryrobotbooks.com/books/the-hunters-gambit/ GET IN TOUCH thefantasywriterstoolshed@gmail.com https://richiebilling.com/ RESOURCES Discover more ⁠⁠⁠⁠writing tips⁠ and guides⁠⁠⁠ here - ⁠https://richiebilling.com/writing-tips/⁠ And learn more about ⁠⁠⁠⁠writing fantasy⁠⁠⁠⁠ here - ⁠https://richiebilling.com/fantasy-writing/

Shannon Hale returns as a guest for an in-depth discussion on writing in the fantasy genre. Join Brandon Mull and Jason Conforto as they explore the intricacies of crafting fantastical worlds and characters, and how these imaginative stories can profoundly impact real life. Gain valuable insights from two seasoned authors as they share their experiences and perspectives on the magic of fantasy writing.

Welcome to another episode of the Writing Quest Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Rob Leigh, the author of "Pathlighter." Join us as we explore Rob's journey from an avid reader to a self-published author. We dive into his creative influences, writing process, and the unique challenges he's faced along the way. Chapters: [00:00] Introduction: Introduction to the episode and Rob Leigh. [01:04] Rob's Background: Rob discusses his background and journey into writing . [12:35] Novella: Rob talks about his novella based on his favorite D&D character . [13:14] Writing Process: Rob explains his writing process and how it evolved over time . [22:24] Indie Publishing: Insights into indie publishing and balancing life as an author . [32:54] Music Influence: Rob shares his love for heavy metal and its influence on his work . [43:36] Community: The importance of the indie publishing community and its support . [52:12] Connection: Feeling connected in the indie publishing community despite geographical distances . [53:22] Final Thoughts: Final thoughts and closing remarks . Connect with Rob Leigh: Website: www.robleighauthor.com Purchase "Pathlighter": www.robleighauthor.com/pathlighter Follow Rob on Instagram: @robleighauthor Follow Rob on Twitter: @ProblyRobWriter Follow Writing Quest: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WritingQuest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writing.quest/ Storybook: Master Novelist: https://writingquest.gumroad.com/l/StorybookMasterNovelist Join the Conversation: Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform! Have questions or comments? Reach out to us on social media or email us at contact@writingquest.com. Subscribe & Stay Tuned: Don't forget to subscribe to Writing Quest on your preferred podcast platform for more inspiring interviews and writing tips. #WritingQuestPodcast #WritingCommunity #AuthorInterviews #CreativeWriting #SelfPublishing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/writing-quest/support

Nedda Lewers is the Egyptian-American author of Daughters of the Lamp and its sequel, Children of the Wind. These books tell the story of a a 12-year-old Egyptian-American girl who discovers her family's secret legacy as the keepers of Ali Baba's treasure. Nedda discusses her journey as a writer, the experience of having a mentor, and the excitement of getting a book deal.From the publisher: Percy Jackson meets Arabian fairy tales in this epic middle grade fantasy series about a girl who becomes the keeper of Ali Baba's treasure.I love audiobooks! If you do, too, consider switching to Libro.fm. For the same price as other major audiobook providers, you can find all your favorites as well as curated lists of audiobooks written by or recommended by guests of the Middle Grade Matters podcast. Click here to learn more! Consider buying your books from the Middle Grade Matters Bookshop, where proceeds support this podcast as well as independent bookstores everywhere. For bonus content and info on upcoming episodes, subscribe to the Middle Grade Matters newsletter here: Newsletter, and follow Middle Grade Matters on Instagram and Twitter.If you're enjoying this podcast, please be sure to follow us and please leave us a review.

Mark Lawrence is a best-selling fantasy author. His first trilogy, THE BROKEN EMPIRE, has been universally acclaimed as a ground-breaking work of fantasy. Following The Broken Empire is the related RED QUEEN'S WAR trilogy. THE BOOK OF THE ANCESTOR trilogy is set on a different world and is followed by the related BOOK OF THE ICE trilogy. There is also THE IMPOSSIBLE TIMES trilogy, a D&D/sci-fi work set in London in the 80s. All of these trilogies can be read in any order. His latest series is THE LIBRARY trilogy, with the second book, THE BOOK THAT BROKE THE WORLD, out now.It was great having the chance to interview Mark live before an audience at this year's Cymera Festival in Edinburgh. We chatted about his journey to becoming published, and he told us how he hates planning and never does for his books. He also talked about how success in publishing is such a lottery, and why he created the Self Published Fantasy Blog Off (SPFBO) to try and help authors with that lottery.Links:Buy Mark's books nowFollow Mark on Twitter/XVisit Mark's websiteThe SPFBO websitePage One - The Writer's Podcast is brought to you by Write Gear, creators of Page One - the Writer's Notebook. Learn more and order yours now: https://www.writegear.co.uk/page-oneFollow us on Twitter/XFollow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramFollow us on BlueskyFollow us on Threads Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jeff sits down with author Joan Lightning to look at Joan's work-in-progress. They talk about keeping all the characters included in the dialogue, using character positioning and body language to build romantic tension, using inner thoughts, avoiding summaries, and building fantasy worlds. For more on writing powerful dialogue and characters, check out https://dialoguedoctor.com/

Send us a Text Message.Join Drake and Marie in a live critique where they tear apart a willing victim's work.Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manualMembership for Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinGive us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)comMagicfall: http://magicfallnovel.com/Drake's Contact Details:Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/  - Use RYID25 for 25% off!Writer's Room: https://writersroom.mn.co/Marie's contact details:Books: https://mariemullany.com/workJust In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1

Marissa chats with Tessa Gratton about her new YA fantasy, BLOOD & FURY, the sequel to CHAOS & FLAME, co-written with Justina Ireland. Also discussed: building social justice and important topics into fantasy while also making a book fun, how working on different projects concurrently can be both challenging and inspiring, creating inspiration lists (inspired by ID Lists from past guest Jennifer Lynn Barnes), the process of co-writing and editing each other, pros and cons of writing with a partner, worldbuilding, and so much more!The Happy Writer at Bookshop.orgPurchasing your books through our webstore at Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores. Amplify MarketersOur mission is to help your message rise above the noise so it can be heard loud & clear.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Order The Happy Writer: Get More Ideas, Write More Words, and Find More Joy from First Draft to Publication and Beyond https://bookshop.org/a/11756/9781250362377 Find out more and follow The Happy Writer on social media: https://www.marissameyer.com/podcast/

Send us a Text Message.Join Drake and Marie in a live critique where they tear apart a willing victim's work.Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manualMembership for Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinGive us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)comMagicfall: http://magicfallnovel.com/Drake's Contact Details:Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/  - Use RYID25 for 25% off!Writer's Room: https://writersroom.mn.co/Marie's contact details:Books: https://mariemullany.com/workJust In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1

Join Drake and Marie as they discuss adding humor to stories and why it helps with reader engagement. Writer's room (50% off for lifetime membership): https://writersroom.mn.co/plans/338439?bundle_token=196fd3965307a65eee0d1bf2bc6fa5a6&utm_source=manualMembership for Just In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinGive us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)comMagicfall: http://magicfallnovel.com/Drake's Contact Details:Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/  - Use RYID25 for 25% off!Writer's Room: https://writersroom.mn.co/Marie's contact details:Books: https://mariemullany.com/workJust In Time Worlds: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustInTimeWorlds?sub_confirmation=1

US Army veteran and author Eric Johnson Eric Johnson. He writes military science fiction, such as his series 2-4 Calvary Series, steampunk, and now has a fantasy series called the Tales of Boromir. The first in the series is the Trials of Boromir. Today we will talking about his transition from science fiction to fantasy, discuss elements of fantasy such as worldbuilding and mythical creatures, as well as where we find inspiration. If you are interested in purchasing their books, you can do so here If you would like to purchase his book Trials of Boromir You can here: https://amzn.to/3vrSkin If you woud like to go to his website, check it out here: https://linktr.ee/ericj562 If you enjoyed this episode, you might also enjoy my interview with science fiction writer Richard Friesen author of Wetware Wizards - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5K14zOxvWUYhFPrHc8AkBW?si=6781adb1ef8d4deb or my interview with fantasy author LC Conn author of Realm of Dragons - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0CkkI6dt49FccvDatetuwm?si=2870534122a34a41 If you are interested in being a guest on my podcast, you may fill out the form on my website: http://www.authorsalcove.com/be-a-guest You can also follow me on:   Facebook: http://facebook.com/authorsalcove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorsalcovepodcast/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/agnes-wolfe-20bb47288/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2EQYPBl1LtZh08qCdIRHTy?si=aa56d7a9565a49fa YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWVCbL470bDCgeg23kziYAg (possible affiliate links above) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/authorsalcove/message

We are thrilled to introduce Ali McLafferty, author, teacher, and most recent winner of the as-yet-untitled (Manuscript) Academy Awards. Ali was nominated by agent Melissa Edwards (Stonesong Literary) for this gorgeous fantasy novel that brings up a lot of issues in our world as well. We discuss how she polished her query, how many drafts she did of her first page--and what she learned along the way. Learn more about Ali at https://www.alimclafferty.com/. Full transcript at https://manuscriptacademy.com/podcast-ali-mclafferty TIMESTAMPS: Feedback on Allie's query letter and first page (00:10:09) Julie and Jessica provide feedback on Allie's query letter and first page, discussing its strengths and areas for improvement. Allie's revision process for the query letter (00:15:24) Allie discusses her process of revising the query letter, including feedback from friends and an editor, and the changes she made. The query letter (00:20:22) Discussion on the effectiveness of the query letter's opening and structure, focusing on the emotional impact and the feedback received. First page of the manuscript (00:21:44) Analysis and feedback on the opening page of the manuscript, highlighting its grounding effect and the portrayal of the character and setting. Writing process and first draft (00:24:04) Discussion about the unique experience of the book's creation, the absence of significant revisions, and the influence of personal connection and understanding of the material on the first draft. Genre and target audience (00:35:28) Challenges in defining the genre and target audience for the book, particularly in conveying the blend of fantasy and imagined scientific systems, and the potential for pitching to adult audiences. Rejection and perseverance (00:34:15) Acknowledgment of the emotional impact of rejections and the importance of perseverance, as well as the advice on finding rewards in the process and maintaining determination. Pitching and query letter adjustments (00:38:05) Consideration of pitching the book as adult fantasy and the potential adjustments for the query letter to cater to an adult audience without compromising the narrative drive. Author's website and future queries (00:39:25) Advice for Writers (00:41:49) Allie shares her advice for aspiring writers, emphasizing the joy of writing and the importance of perseverance. Touching Moments (00:44:03) Allie recounts a touching moment when her husband was moved by a part of her first book, emphasizing the impact of writing on loved ones.

Today's Christian YA fantasy author interview with Glen Gabel was very interesting. He is a screenwriter and author who recently published his debut YA fantasy novel, The Soothsayer. Although his work is not strictly Christian, it does have elements from the Bible and Gaelic Mythology. He graduated from the University of Southern California, worked as a production assistant under Joss Whedon at Mutant Enemy/ Fox, and later worked as a professional copyeditor. Today, we are talking about the differences between being a screenwriter and a novelist and world-building when pulling inspiration from things like the Bible and Gaelic folklore. If you would like to follow him, you can check out his website https://glengabel.com/ If you would like to purchase his book City of Bridges https://amzn.to/48t8PJs and Death Wave Chronicles https://amzn.to/47dQpLI ACR Services Mentioned in this episode include: Voracious Readers Only https://voraciousreadersonly.com/ Book Sirens https://booksirens.com/ Hidden Gems Books https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/ If you enjoyed listening to this episode, you may enjoy listening to Writing Fantasy with Chelle Cypress: Unmasking the Curse - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2egh5gNfVw3GsQfIVsw0Dt?si=07b574a8fb7b4409 If you are interested in being a guest on my podcast, you may fill out the form on my website: http://authorsalcove.com/be-a-guest You can also follow me on: Facebook: http://facebook.com/authorsalcove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorsalcovepodcast/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/agnes-wolfe-20bb47288/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2EQYPBl1LtZh08qCdIRHTy?si=aa56d7a9565a49fa YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWVCbL470bDCgeg23kziYAg (possible affiliate links above) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/authorsalcove/message

In this episode, Dialogue Doctor Coach sits down with fantasy author Mark August to talk about writing a big cast with multiple points-of-view. Laura and Mark talk about introducing lots of characters, Laura breaks down how to introduce a lot of characters, letting us know who is in the scene, and getting characters talking right away. To find more of Mark's work, go to https://readmarkaugust.com/books/ For more on writing dialogue, check out https://dialoguedoctor.com/

Kristof Morrow is an author of the fantasy novel The Second Sun. We talk about tourette syndrome, sobriety, writing, self-promotion, comedy, his book The Second Sun, forstering creativity, inspiring yourself to write, the importance of learning history, words, poetry, the value of art in society, gender equality, and more. Links and shownotes are at https://www.paultrammell.com/dream-chasers-and-eccentrics

How do you write fantasy fiction? Get an iPad and start typing! Seriously…David "D. L." Jennings is a fourteen-year veteran of the United States Air Force, and finished writing his debut novel, Gift of the Shaper while serving on his ninth combat tour by typing over 100,000 words on his iPad. A voracious reader, Jennings tells us how it happened and what to expect from this trilogy. To get started reading D.L. Jennings start with Gift of the Shaper: Book One of the HIGHGLADE Series https://a.co/d/8J86mxg. For more about D.L. Jennings www.dl-jennings.com and follow him on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dl.jennings. For more about becoming a published author take our Author Adventure Quiz at https://olearypublishing.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/olearypublishing/message

LC Conn, author of Realm of Dragons, shares her writing process and the imaginative world of dragons. She also shares her publishing journey and how she found the perfect publisher. If you are interested in checking out her other works, you can find them here, and if you are interested in purchasing Realm of Dragons (which I recommend), you can find it here. If you liked this episode, please like, subscribe, and leave a comment. If you want to be a guest on my podcast, fill out this form.  Follow me on Facebook. Affiliate links above --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/authorsalcove/message

In this Mega Podcast episode I reconnect with my cousin Micah and his wife Lydia. I haven't seen him in over a decade. He shares his testimony about how God removed a deadly tumor from his abdomen when he was three years old. I was only a teenager but I remember how we all gathered and prayed for him and how the tumor just disappeared! We talk about writing fantasy novels and the struggles of staying motivated and finding our purpose. I share with him inspiring works from Steven Pressfield (The War of Art) and inspiring quotes from Jordan Peterson, The Rock, Joe Rogan, and Mike Tyson.We also consider how the dopamine rush from gaming and social media is what keeps men from accomplishing their goals. I share how I quit gaming and the long term positive effects it had on my productivity.#keepbeingawesome #megapodcast #warofart #inspirational #iquitgaming #iquit #writing #notgospelstudios #notgospel 

Join us as we unravel the creative process behind author Freya Marske's queer historical fantasy series, The Last Binding in this wide-ranging chat with guest host, Jo Riccioni. Freya guides us through her unique magic system, based on the concept of 'cradling', inspired by an activity she loved as a child. She further explores the underlying inequalities and social assumptions embedded in her magic system and gives us a peek behind the curtains on how she developed her characters Edwin and Robin, and the intricacies of their magical romance. Freya address the pressures of meeting publisher deadlines and the industry's expectation of fantasy and romance writers to produce multiple books annually. She offers an insightful glimpse into her own experiences, sharing how she maintained her schedule for her trilogy and the sense of wish-fulfillment she discovered during the pandemic. Finally, we discuss the evolving publishing industry and the recent market trends. The episode looks into the trend of genre mashing and its implications for authors trying to make a mark. We also touch upon the challenges of deciding between writing a romance or fantasy series and how to market oneself as an author. Also, tune in to our conversation about the impact of self-published books on traditional publishing. Lastly, we chat about the inspiration behind transforming a standalone book into a series and the books and authors that have influenced Freya's writing journey. Don't miss this enriching conversation with one of the most exciting voices in fantasy literature today. Episode Chapters 0:00:00 - Historical Fantasy and Writing a Series 0:06:21 - Plotting a Romance Fantasy Series 0:19:38 - Writing a Book Series 0:30:44 - Navigating Genre and Market Trends 0:41:09 - Influences and Writing Approach 0:53:26 - Science Fiction, Horror, and Fairy Tales   SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast   W4W Patreon https://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon   Freya Markse Website: click here Instagram: click here   Jo Riccioni Website: click here Instagram: click here Facebook: click here   Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here  Instagram: click here   This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women.    Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we're going to deviate a bit from the usual focus on fiction to talk about writing for tabletop roleplaying games and related media. RPGs have always been deeply interconnected with fantasy, sci-fi, and horror, and right now they are more popular and prevalent than ever before. James L. Sutter co-created the lore and story-rich fantasy RPG PATHFINDER for Paizo Publishing, which has become one of the most popular roleplaying games in the world. He then took the role of Creative Director on STARFINDER, a science-fantasy RPG that reimagined the world of Pathfinder in a space-faring future. Along the way, he's written Pathfinder tie-in novels DEATH'S HERETIC and THE REDEMPTION ENGINE, RPG adventures and source books for Pathfinder, Starfinder, and Dungeons & Dragons, and a large body of short fiction, comics, and video games. His latest book, DARKHEARTS, is a departure from genre fiction—a young adult romance about estranged bandmates that must reconcile the loss of their best friend, and their unexpected attraction to each other. DARKHEARTS is available now from Wednesday Books: Amazon »  Bookshop »  » Some of the links above are affiliate links. Using them helps support this site and creator. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I am an affiliate of Bookshop.org and I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. All of the RPG work previously mentioned is available at your local game store, or wherever books are sold: Pathfinder (1st Edition) Core Rulebook »  Starfinder Core Rulebook »  Pathfinder Tales: Death's Heretic »  Pathfinder Tales: The Redemption Engine »  About James L. Sutter James L. Sutter is a co-creator of the Pathfinder and Starfinder Roleplaying Games. From 2004 to 2017, he worked for Paizo Publishing, starting out as an editor on Dungeon Magazine, moving on to do foundational work for Pathfinder, and eventually becoming the Creative Director in charge of launching Starfinder, as well as the Executive Editor of the Pathfinder Tales novel line for Paizo and Tor. James is also the author of the young adult romance novel Darkhearts, as well as the fantasy novels Death's Heretic—a finalist for the Compton Crook Award for Best First Novel—and The Redemption Engine, which won the 2015 Scribe Award for Best Original Speculative Novel. His short stories have appeared in such venues as Nightmare, The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction, Beneath Ceaseless Skies, Escape Pod, and the #1 Amazon best-seller Machine of Death. In addition, he's written comic books, essays in venues like Clarkesworld and Lightspeed: Queers Destroy Science Fiction, a wealth of tabletop gaming material, and video games. When not writing, James has performed with musical acts ranging from metalcore to musical theater. He lives in Seattle. Website  Instagram  Twitter  Amazon Profile »  Goodreads Profile 

Do you have a recommendation for a guest on the show? Want more of a particular direction of guests? Drop me a line at hank.garner@dabblewriter.com and let me know! Join us at our YouTube channel to join in LIVE for upcoming author interviews!  https://tinyurl.com/dabbleyoutube The Olympian Affair (The Cinder Spires Book 2) Jim Butcher is the author of the Dresden Files, the Codex Alera, and a new steampunk series, the Cinder Spires. His resume includes a laundry list of skills which were useful a couple of centuries ago, and he plays guitar quite badly. An avid gamer, he plays tabletop games in varying systems, a variety of video games on PC and console, and LARPs whenever he can make time for it. Jim currently resides mostly inside his own head, but his head can generally be found in the mountains outside Denver, Colorado. Jim goes by the moniker Longshot in a number of online locales. He came by this name in the early 1990's when he decided he would become a published author. Usually only 3 in 1000 who make such an attempt actually manage to become published; of those, only 1 in 10 make enough money to call it a living. The sale of a second series was the breakthrough that let him beat the long odds against attaining a career as a novelist. All the same, he refuses to change his nickname.

Do you have a recommendation for a guest on the show? Want more of a particular direction of guests? Drop me a line at hank.garner@dabblewriter.com and let me know! Join us at our YouTube channel to join in LIVE for upcoming author interviews!  https://tinyurl.com/dabbleyoutube The Olympian Affair (The Cinder Spires Book 2) Jim Butcher is the author of the Dresden Files, the Codex Alera, and a new steampunk series, the Cinder Spires. His resume includes a laundry list of skills which were useful a couple of centuries ago, and he plays guitar quite badly. An avid gamer, he plays tabletop games in varying systems, a variety of video games on PC and console, and LARPs whenever he can make time for it. Jim currently resides mostly inside his own head, but his head can generally be found in the mountains outside Denver, Colorado. Jim goes by the moniker Longshot in a number of online locales. He came by this name in the early 1990's when he decided he would become a published author. Usually only 3 in 1000 who make such an attempt actually manage to become published; of those, only 1 in 10 make enough money to call it a living. The sale of a second series was the breakthrough that let him beat the long odds against attaining a career as a novelist. All the same, he refuses to change his nickname. When you click a link on our site, it might just be a magical portal (aka an affiliate link). We're passionate about only sharing the treasures we truly believe in. Every purchase made from our links not only supports Dabble but also the marvelous authors and creators we showcase, at no additional cost to you.

Greta Kelly returns to Fictitious to talk about her new fantasy novel, THE QUEEN OF DAYS. We discuss its origin as a NaNoWriMo project, developing a tightly-contained fantasy setting, and maintaining emotional drama in a fast-paced heist story. THE QUEEN OF DAYS is breakneck-paced fantasy adventure coming October 24th from Harper Voyager. Order it now at: Amazon » Bookshop » Publisher Site » Some of the links above are affiliate links. Using them helps support this site and its writers. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I am an affiliate of Bookshop.org and I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. About Greta Kelly Greta K. Kelly is (probably) not a witch, death or otherwise, but she can still be summoned with offerings of too-beautiful-to-use journals and Butterfingers candy. She currently lives in Wisconsin with her husband EJ, daughters Lorelei and Nadia who are doing their level-best to take over the world. Follow Greta Kelly Website Instagram Twitter Goodreads Amazon profile » About THE QUEEN OF DAYS From Greta Kelly, the author of the Warrior Witch duology, comes The Queen of Days, an epic adventure that weaves together a flawed-but-lovable family of thieves, a battle between fallen gods, and stakes high enough to cause vertigo—perfect for fans of The Lies of Locke Lamora and Six of Crows. For Balthazar and his family of thieves, stealing a statue during the annual celebration of the god Karanis was just a good bit of fun…or a way to stick it to the governor who murdered his parents. And yeah, the small fortune in reward doesn't hurt—even if his boss also hired the mysterious Queen of Days to join the crew as “the weapon of last resort…” Whatever that means. But Bal doesn't know the ceremony isn't simply empty words and dusty tradition; it's true magic. The kind of magic that rips open a portal for the god himself. Only the idol that Karanis planned on using for a body now lies broken at the Queen of Days' feet. And half of it is missing. With the aid of a lovable brawler, a society lady turned bomb maker, a disgraced soldier, and a time-eating demon, Bal must hunt down the missing half of the statue if he has any hope of earning his money, keeping his crew alive…and perhaps even saving all of humanity. But as his journey sends him racing through the city—and across realities—he discovers that doing all this might just doom the city. The city be damned. It's time to kill a god.  

Bestselling fantasy writer Samantha Shannon on dealing with early success, plotting a seven-book series and keeping anxiety at bay.*ABOUT SAMANTHA SHANNONSamantha Shannon is a New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of The Bone Season and The Priory of the Orange Tree. *LINKS FROM THE SHOWAsk Shannon questions on her TumblrShannon on Instagram @say_shannonThe Bone Season seriesThe Priory of the Orange TreeFor show notes, transcripts and to attend our live podcasts visit: podcast.londonwriterssalon.comFor free writing sessions, join free Writers' Hours: writershour.com*FOLLOW LONDON WRITERS' SALONTwitter: twitter.com/​​WritersSalonInstagram: instagram.com/londonwriterssalonFacebook: facebook.com/LondonWritersSalonIf you're enjoying this show, please rate and review this show!

The Writers Advice Podcast is bought to you by Booksprout. Booksprout is my go-to platform to share my stories with readers to engage with reviewers before they are launched with the rest of the world. Head to booksprout to increase your online reviews today! Or start reading my YA dystopian series through booksprout now! This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by the wonderful Fantasy Romance Author, Jenny Hickman. On this episode Jenny and I talk about: - Her growing career from where it started to now. - Falling in love with and writing romance. - Fairytale Retellings - Traditional vs Self Publishing - The reality of the business of wiring -A sneak peak of her new release -Her writing schedule - And all her advice for writers Check out all of Jenny's books here Grab a copy of my Shadow & Shifter Series here JOIN THE WRITERS ADVICE FACEBOOK GROUP Become a part of my ARC TEAM HERE To Contact Jenny:Website: jennyhickman.comInstagram: @authorjennyhickman To Contact Me:Website: oliviahillier.comInstagram: @oliviahillierauthor

Matt Wallace talks about his epic fantasy trilogy, THE SAVAGE REBELLION — which includes SAVAGE NATION, SAVAGE BOUNTY, and SAVAGE CROWNS, all available now from Saga Press. We discuss the series's examination of empire, historical influences, impact of sensitivity readers, and challenging editorial process. Savage Legion Amazon » Savage Bounty Amazon » Bookshop » Savage Crowns Amazon » Bookshop » » Some of these are affiliate links. Using them supports the channel, at no additional cost to you! Whenever possible, though, I encourage you to purchase from your local bookstores.  About Matt Wallace Matt Wallace is a retired professional wrestler and the author of the Sin du Jour novella series (Tor.com Publishing), the Savage Rebellion Trilogy (Saga Press/Gallery Books), and the middle grade novels BUMP, THE SUPERVILLAIN'S GUIDE TO BEING A FAT KID, and NOWHERE SPECIAL (Katherine Tegen Books). In 2018, alongside co-host Mur Lafferty, he took home the Hugo Award for their podcast, Ditch Diggers. In addition to writing for several television series, Matt has also done extensive narrative work on video game titles for publishers such as inXile Entertainment. He currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife, Nikki. Follow Matt Wallace Website Twitter Instagram Goodreads Amazon Profile » About SAVAGE NATION They call them Savages. Brutal. Efficient. Expendable. The empire relies on them. The Savages are the greatest weapon they ever developed. Culled from the streets of their cities, they take the ones no one will miss and throw them, by the thousands, at the empire's enemies. If they live, they fight again. If they die, there are always more to take their place. Evie is not a Savage. She's a warrior with a mission: to find the man she once loved, the man who holds the key to exposing the secret of the Savage Legion and ending the mass conscription of the empire's poor and wretched. But to find him, she must become one of them, to be marked in her blood, to fight in their wars, and to find her purpose. Evie will die a Savage if she has to, but not before showing the world who she really is and what the Savage Legion can really do. About SAVAGE BOUNTY A war has begun. Savages, the empire's most valuable resource, have been thrown at their captors' enemies long enough. If their rebellion succeeds, it will undo a nation. At the helm of this Savage uprising is Evie, the Sparrow General. It isn't a title she asked for or particularly wants, but she is the last hope for several peoples at the edge of extinction. Back in the empire's city seat, Dyeawan, a brilliant young strategist plucked from the streets, must risk her life to maintain her newfound authority. And Lexi has finally taken control of the guild built by her family, but she finds herself at the heart of a sinister power play that could tear apart society as she knows it. Meanwhile, Lexi's loyal retainer, Taru, has been conscripted into the legion of Savages still under the empire's control. These four individuals hold the fate of the world in their hands. But even if they survive their missions, they may find themselves at odds with one another. About SAVAGE CROWNS The final war for the nation of Crache has begun. At the helm of the people's rebellion is Evie, the Sparrow General. She has been captured by the Skrian, Crache's vicious army, and is being brought back to the Capitol for punishment. But reinforcements are coming for her. Dyeawan, who has climbed from street urchin to Crache's highest seat of power through clever schemes and ruthless bloodshed, finds trouble on every front once she arrives. The rebellion approaches, and there are whispers of a martyr within the city who holds enough sway to stage a coup. If she doesn't act quickly, her rule will be short-lived. As the women who hold the nation's future meet each other from different sides of the battlefield, will they be able to find a shared vision of Crache, or will they destroy each other first?

I've had a lot of specialists on the podcast in recent months but it occurred to me that I've never really reflected on my own experiences as a lawyer and how that can be applied to writing.When I got to pondering I realised I draw upon these experiences an awful lot. And it was then I began to appreciate just how much scope there is to inject your stories and worlds with conflict.So in this episode, I reflect upon my time working as an accident and injury lawyer. I discuss the impact that injuries can have on a person, from minor ones to major ones, and how you can utilise these ill-used details in your stories, both from a character creation perspective and a worldbuilding one. If you have any questions or requests, please write to us at thefantasywriterstoolshed@gmail.comJOIN OUR WRITING COMMUNITYTo join our writing group as well as access exclusive interviews, discussions, fantasy writing classes, books and more head over to our Patreon page - https://www.patreon.com/TheFantasyWritersToolshed Sounds and editing by Odysy - https://www.youtube.com/c/Odysyx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Wheeler took an early retirement from his career at Intel in 2014 to write full-time. He is a husband, father of five, and a devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Jeff lives in the Rocky Mountains. His books have been on the Wall Street Journal Bestseller list 6 times (for The Thief's Daughter, The King's Traitor, The Hollow Crown, The Silent Shield, Prism Cloud, and Knight's Ransom) and have sold more than 5 million copies. His novels have also been published or will be published in many languages: Italian, Chinese, Hungarian, Turkish, Polish, Spanish, Russian, and German. He was the founder of Deep Magic: the E-zine of Clean Fantasy and Science Fiction (www.deepmagic.co), a publication that ran from 2002-2006 and 2016-2021. He's also a founding author at BingeBooks. You can usually find Jeff at Emerald City Comic Con, New York Comic Con or at writers conferences like Storymakers and Teen Author Boot Camp. He welcomes hearing from readers: jeff /at/ jeff-wheeler dot com If you are interested in purchasing signed copies of his books for friends, family, or your own collection, please e-mail: WOJWbooks /at/ gmail dot com

In this episode we talk all about world building for fantasy! Beck explains how she came up with the characters from Divine Blood, breaking the traditional mold of a female main character, and how impactful all the guardians are. We discuss how expansive her world is, and ask 'was it always going to be like this?' and further talk about how things can change in your story! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/novelboundpodcast/support

Gregory Maguire, best known for writing Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, shares his latest book, Cress Watercress. Listen as Gregory shares why he loves writing fantasy and especially loves sharing his stories with children. Learn more about Gregory here: https://gregorymaguire.com/ (https://gregorymaguire.com/) LIMElight with Jessie is part of the WGRT 102.3 FM Podcast Network. For the latest episodes of all of our featured podcasts, visit our website here: https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm/ (https://wgrt-1023-fm-podcast-network.captivate.fm) WGRT's LIMElight with Jessie is produced by the following team members: Executive Producer: Jessie Wiegand Audio Engineer: George James Administrator: Jessie Wiegand Marketing: Jessie Wiegand Follow Jessie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/ (https://www.instagram.com/wgrt_jessie/)

Opportunities come when you sit down and start something. That is one of the biggest lessons I have learned from doing this podcast and from starting a business. That is also one of the biggest takeaways I have from this interview and the guest that we have today.Brian Rathbone is a professional fantasy author who has successfully navigated a pathway to growing his audience and selling his books across multiple platforms and mediums. To put it simply, he has hacked the book publishing industry.I have been trying to have an author on the show for a while and I was delighted when I met brian and came to learn he was dnd nerd...who just happened to have written a top-selling fantasy series, The World of Godsland. He now helps other authors and publishers figure out what they want out of writing their books helps them make a plan to achieve those goals.His career as a professional writer has taken him and his business to many different places, which is part of why I am so excited to have him on.You can get Brians Books for free following the link below:Call of the HeraldFollow Brian on Twitter: @BrianRathboneBusiness RPG is a business podcast for nerds who are determined to turn their passion into a profession. Follow me on Instagram @BuisnessRPG. Connect with me on Linkedin here. Email me sir.isaac.smith@gmail.comLearn how to become a Podcast Producer  from my teachers at Podcast Production School use my affiliate link hereFollow my store hereBusiness RPG is business podcast for nerds who still dont know what they want to be when they grow up. Follow me on Instagram @BuisnessRPG. Connect with me on Linkedin here. Email me sir.isaac.smith@gmail.comMusic: NEW HORIZONS by Lesion X | https://soundcloud.com/lesionxbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USb

Kate and Ali talk writing in the fantasy genre and the many changing subgenres of fantasy. They are joined by guest Daniela A. MeraFind out more about Daniela A. Mera!Join the community in the Indies Fully Booked Facebook group!You can find Ali at akmulford.com and Kate at kellemorrison.com!Watch the Uncut Intros on Youtube!Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ifbpodcast)

Are you writing a fantasy novel? Do you need to name way too many characters? Not sure where to start?In this week's episode, hosts Kristina and Liz give a few tips on how to tackle this very specific writing problem.Follow us on Twitter: @howtowinnanoJoin our Discord server: https://discord.gg/u92vfhgAYmBecome a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/howtowinnano