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Category: Fantasy Writing Reference

I’m a research hound, so over time have accumulated piles of fantasy writing reference material. In addition, years of rewriting other people’s work has made me hyperaware of what’s good and what’s not so hot and I strive to apply that to my own work.  Since I got it all from someone else, why should I be selfish? Sharing is caring!

Medieval Weapons – hand cannons and things you can’t pronounce

Medieval Weapons – hand cannons and things you can’t pronounce Medieval weapons were plentiful and go beyond your garden variety knightly sword. I do profess an undying love for them all. Over time, I’ve accumulated quite a lot of reference…

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World-Building Tropes – Avoid Fantasy Writing Clichés 2

World-Building Tropes in Fantasy Writing Now let’s focus on ways to not regurgitate clichéd version of fantasy world-building tropes to make your story unique. Typical advice around fantasy tropes is to avoid them. However, knowing that all those tropes shaped…

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Medieval Weapons – beyond the sword, lance, and crossbow

Medieval Weapons – beyond the sword, lance, and crossbow Medieval weapons were plentiful and go beyond your garden variety knightly sword. I love them all. Over time, I’ve accumulated quite a lot of reference material about these weapons that I…

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Medieval Weapons – more than swords for fantasy writing

Medieval Weapons – more than swords for fantasy writing Medieval weapons and those that evolved from them are more plentiful than you might be aware. When writing fantasy and historical fantasy stories, in our often fascination with swords, it’s easy…

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