Where. R. U? – Creating a Fantasy World
A. J. Zaethe
Where. R. U? A dream? A fantasy? Both? Alice fell. Through shadow…and flame. Wait. That was Gandalf. But she did fall, and she did face the trials of another world.…
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The Fantasy Feminist: Part 2
Amy Rose Davis
I talked last week about what makes a strong character in general, but this week I want to be more specific about the kind of female characters I think we…
In a Minute – The Delicate Art of Procrastination
Sandra Norval
Before I start on this month’s article, I’m just going to tell you about this. I simply can’t sit down to write until I’ve checked my Facebook and Twitter accounts,…
The Fantasy Feminist
In my last article, I mentioned that I needed some more ideas for my next several columns, and once again, Fantasy-Faction readers came through for me! I’m starting with a…
The Source: A Look At Inspiration
How many times have you wondered where an idea came from? Beyond asking yourself that initial question, have you ever actually traced it back to the source? I’m guessing that…
Bringing the Funny: Weaving Humor Into Your World
Of all the subjective subjects to tackle, I think humor is the toughest, perhaps even tougher than religion. It’s with a great deal of trepidation that I wade into this…
Want to Self-Publish Fantasy? Think Again.
R.T. Kaelin
How do you prefer to enjoy a good book? Are you someone who likes the crisp, dry feel of paper between your fingers as you turn a page? Do you…
Happy You Day – Individual Centered Celebrations
Laura Graham
Throughout our lives and cultures we come across all sorts of celebrations and event focused on the individual; birthdays, coming-of-age ceremonies, funerals, all about that certain person. How that person…
In the Face of Adversity: When Loved Ones Don’t Love Your Book
Ashley Barnard
About fifteen years ago, I sent my mom a copy of my manuscript – my very first novel. It was 973 pages long, and was, looking back, pretty much a…
Literary Devices: Motif
If any of you follow my blog or know me on other social media (especially Facebook), you know that I’m a “yarnie”—that is, I’m addicted to yarn. I’ve had a…
Arsenic and Old Leaves: The Art of Poisoning Your Fantasy Characters – Part 2
Faith M. Boughan
If you missed part one of this series, you can check it out here. So… poisoned anyone lately? Based on the comments on Part One, it seems that subtle murder…
Writer’s Den: Plotters vs. Pantsers
Thomas A. Knight
There are two types of writers in the world: those who plot out their writing, and those who write by the seat of their pants. Plotters and Pantsers. (Yeah, yeah,…