by Jesper Schmidt | Jun 15, 2020 | Podcast, Tips, Writing
Every story needs a villain. Someone to oppose the protagonist. However, there are some traits that will make the antagonist memorable and feel like a real person, with true motives. In episode 77 of the Am Writing Fantasy podcast, Autumn and Jesper explore how to...
by Autumn | Sep 13, 2017 | Tips, Writing
I have a character on the verge of killing someone. Unfortunately for him, he can’t do it quite yet. Because, currently, he needs the other character. Oooh, but he hates him. It was that realization that he, character 1, doesn’t have to like the situation, even if he...
by Autumn | Aug 15, 2017 | Tips
Don’t you wish you could know if a story idea is a good one? One that will be interesting and make sense before you get 50,000 words into an idea that goes nowhere? Ok, if you are a plotter, you might have an answer to this question! But what if you didn’t want to...
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 | 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...
