by Autumn | Dec 8, 2020 | Tips, Worldbuilding, Writing
Fantasy and Sci-fi are unique genres in so many ways. Why? Because in them the setting, the world, is as important as the characters. Some experts say the world functions almost as a character in the story, creating hurdles for the heroes as well as offering comfort...
by Jesper Schmidt | Nov 30, 2020 | Podcast, Worldbuilding
Worldbuilding is an integral part of writing fantasy. It helps you inform your story and setting, while simultaneously ensuring reader immersion. More often than not, the world the author has created becomes a character in itself. There are lots of things to keep...
by Jesper Schmidt | Aug 24, 2020 | Podcast, Tips, Worldbuilding, Writing
Is there such a thing as good and bad tropes, or are tropes just tropes? Join Autumn and Jesper as they dive into the land of clichés, but also stumbles over some fantasy gems. Episode 87 of the Am Writing Fantasy podcast will walk you through some of the common...
by Autumn | Jan 22, 2018 | Tips, Worldbuilding
Worldbuilding is a critical aspect of storytelling that can make or break a fictional work’s success. While essential, even seasoned writers can struggle with worldbuilding, leading to common problems that can disrupt a reader’s immersion in the story. In...
