by Autumn | Jul 25, 2017 | Tips
How much time did you put into crafting your book cover? Most authors will spend hours searching for a cover to buy or working with a designer, a very few will spend days. Some might only consider the cover as one last step needed before they can upload the book for...
by Autumn | Jul 18, 2017 | 15 Minute Fantasy Writer
Welcome to Part 2 of the 15 Minute Fantasy Writer video series! An immersive and unique fantasy world are integral to fantasy novels. From the days of Tolkien, the fantasy world is a hallmark of the genre and as important as the characters, magic, and unfolding plot....
by Autumn | Jul 11, 2017 | Tips, Writing
Introduction In fantasy novels, wars are a common theme that can serve as a powerful motivator for characters and create tension for readers. However, it’s essential to remember that wars must have a logical reason behind them, grounded in the world you’ve...
by Autumn | Jul 6, 2017 | 15 Minute Fantasy Writer, Tips, Writing
An immersive and unique fantasy world are integral to fantasy novels. From the days of Tolkien, the fantasy world is a hallmark of the genre and as important as the characters, magic, and unfolding plot. So how do you create an amazing world without taking as long as...
by Autumn | Jun 27, 2017 | Tips, Writing
Have you ever wanted to do someone in? Okay, I’m not asking for confessions here, so consider that question rhetorical. 😉 But I am willing to bet that you are a good person. You think of your loved ones and are kind to animals, I’m sure. I’m also willing to bet you’ve...
by Autumn | Jun 21, 2017 | 15 Minute Fantasy Writer, Tips
Wouldn’t it be fantastic if there were a way to determine if a story idea would make a great book? Because, come one, we all know we come up with some ideas that sound awesome but lack a lot of what it takes to make a riveting novel. Some are easy to weed out:...
by Autumn | Jun 19, 2017 | 15 Minute Fantasy Writer, Tips
Now that the new website here at AmWritingFantasy is set up, I thought it was time to unpack plans to bring you more writing tips and help! And the first is a new video series called the 15 Minute Fantasy Writer, writing help you can fit in your lunch break (and still...
by Autumn | Apr 17, 2017 | Tips, Writing
I’m a kick-the-tires kind of girl. It drives me batty when someone goes on and on about something when all I want is to actually SEE it! So if you are like me, you are going to love today’s post. And if you want free writing tips, you are going to ADORE...
by Autumn | Apr 16, 2017 | Tips, Writing
There are a lot of writing or book related courses out there. I’ve looked at most of them! And want to know what I noticed? They ALL leave something out. Maybe they will teach you how to write but not how to edit. Or they teach world building but not character...
by Autumn | Apr 15, 2017 | Tips, Writing
Have you ever wondered how to write really good dialogue? The kind that has readers laughing or crying while gathering information on the story and plot without them even realizing it? And how about those characters? Wouldn’t it be great to have a cheat sheet...
