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 | Feb 3, 2017 | Tips, Writing
What do readers love most about fantasy books? I’ve been asking that question to everyone who picks up a free copy of my fantasy novels for the last few years. Sometimes people answer it is the adventure they love, more often they will say the characters. But...
by Autumn | Aug 12, 2016 | Tips, Writing
One of the best things about reading fantasy is entering a new world that feels like it existed in all of its glorious complexities far before opening the book holding it. And as a fantasy writer, worldbuilding is one of the most exciting and creative parts of the...
by Autumn | Aug 5, 2016 | Featured Author, News and Events
Are you writing a fantasy novel? Do you need a map? I had the fortune to receive an ARC of a great new book perfect for fantasy writers out there who are building the world of their story. Fantasy Map Making by Jesper Schmidt steps you through creating a world, a real...
by Autumn | Jun 17, 2016 | Tips, Writing
What is the first step you take when creating a fantasy world? If you read my post on Map Making 101, you know I like drawing a visual map. It creates a world that is entwined with my growing story faster than just about any technique. But there is actually one step...
