Using Irish folklore in your fiction: banshees, the sídhe, changelings and heroes, and how to weave myth into stories respectfully. Bonus: Download the free Story Bible Starter Kit and plan your story section by section as you read. Why Irish Folklore? My Deep Dive into its Magic As a writer, I’m always searching for wells
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Make setting a character in your story: use sensory detail, let place shape plot and people, build history into your world and reflect your theme.
The Enchanting Power of Setting: Creating a Vivid Sense of Place Read More »
Sci-fi worldbuilding tips for inventing futuristic technology, AI and societies that feel plausible, responsible and true to your science fiction world.
The Future of Sci-Fi Worldbuilding: Exploring Futuristic Technology Read More »
Learn how to invent a language for your story: the art and structure of conlangs, new tools for building a fictional language and the human touch.
Unlocking the Power of Conlangs: Creating a Fictional Language Read More »
Build a fictional government for your fantasy world: councils, diplomacy, power struggles and the personalities who drive worldbuilding politics.
The Council of Elders: Fantasy Politics in a Fictional Government Read More »
Using real locations in fiction: why writers choose real places, how to research a setting and how to fictionalise reality without getting it wrong.
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How to write fantasy: build a consistent world, reveal it gradually, avoid tired tropes and use these fantasy writing tips for your first novel.
Crafting Enchanting Fantasy Worlds: Novel Writing Tips Read More »
Use these worldbuilding questions and prompts to develop geography, history, cultures, magic and politics for a fantasy world that feels real.
Worldbuilding Questions: 100 Prompts to Build Your World Read More »
How to create a magic system with clear rules, real costs and limits, consistent reveals and a magic system bible that serves your story.
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