Category: fantasy

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Finding Time in No Time.

  Hi Jim, I was hoping you could give me some advice on actually finding time to write. I work full time and have a family. I literally have no time to write at all. I saw on your bio that you also have kids. Do you also have another job or are you a full time writer? Thanks, David Hi David, I may … Read More Finding Time in No Time.

A little shoutout to some great Fantasy Work!

. Enchantment Rules the Game Where the Game Rules Enchantment Seeking One Finding None Hide and Seek Predicament . ~Morgan~ . . . Beautiful Artwork found on: Fairies, dragons and other mythological creatures Facebook. Credit Gratefully Acknowledged to the Original Artist. Thank You~ via #FridayFantasy – Hide and Seek – #Fantasy #Poetry — Booknvolume

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A Story about Steampunk Sky Pirates? Yes please!

Saw this while browsing the wordpress pages. It’s a pretty good read! Having read another bloggers serial fantasy story (in collaboration with someone else) it’s inspired me to have a go at writing my own fantasy story. My main objective is to have fun writing it. Some of the names I’ll be using such as Tigreralat, Larantel, or Salané are old names for me. … Read More A Story about Steampunk Sky Pirates? Yes please!

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A Divinity Question…

Hi Jim, I just finished reading Divinity and… admittedly I’m a little confused. In your disclaimer, you make it very clear that you’re a catholic, though you acknowledge the misdeeds of your own church. Then you go onto make the Pope a villain and most angels in the story mistrusting, corrupt, or extremely arrogant. Reading your story… one might think you were agnostic. I … Read More A Divinity Question…

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Bringing out Humanity in Non-Human Characters

Hi Jim, I’m currently writing a sci-fi fantasy novel. Right now, I’m in the process of coming up with characters and want to add a non-humanoid to the cast. Admittedly, I’m having trouble making him relatable. I really love this character and want people to enjoy him. This isn’t going to come out right, but how do I make him more human… without making him … Read More Bringing out Humanity in Non-Human Characters

A2Z Challenge: U is for Unicorn — Our Literary Journey

Nice to see other people who love a Fantastic species as much as I love elves! I am reluctant to attempt to write anything about these beautiful, almost sadly mythological creatures. However, I know some people who read this blog are expecting (perhaps demanding) them for the letter U. They have told me so. There are two reasons for my insecurity. One reason is … Read More A2Z Challenge: U is for Unicorn — Our Literary Journey

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Drakin Sequel, Name Reveal and Cover Help!

Hello all! So I am pleased to announce that we currently have a working title for the next installment in the ‘Drakin’ world. Unless something drastically changes, the next book in the series will be titled ‘Drakin: The Orphans of Haven.‘ So I’m in the middle of brainstorming a cover design for the next book. Obviously the cover to The Story of Raiya is … Read More Drakin Sequel, Name Reveal and Cover Help!

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Drakin, where to buy, and what’s next?

  Hello all! So it’s been a couple of weeks now, it looks like sales are going well! Thanks BTW! So I know I haven’t been around in a while since I published Drakin and for that I do apologize. However I had some inspiration come my way… and actually managed to write out a full sequel in a matter of weeks. It’s really … Read More Drakin, where to buy, and what’s next?

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A Drakin Question!? (SPOILERS!)

Hi Jim, I was hoping you could give us a better idea of what Dragon’s Bane is and how it works. You kind of touch upon it a little in the story and that seems like a major plot point in your character development. Thanks, Matt Hi Matt,   Well… I thought I gave enough detail about what it was exactly, but I’d be happy … Read More A Drakin Question!? (SPOILERS!)

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Encouragement… The Good/The Bad!

Hi Jim, I have a book I’ve been working on. I want to get it published, but everyone around me… my friends, family, etc. have all said that I’d just be embarrassing myself. They said that I’d put it out there, it would get bad reviews and I’d never be able to live that down. The worst thing is that none of them have … Read More Encouragement… The Good/The Bad!

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Telling a Story vs. Glorification

Hi Jim, I have a rather unique issue. I’m trying to write a story dealing with my grandfather. Let me give you some background. My parents immigrated here from Germany, I’m a 1st Generation American. My grandfather was part of the North African Campaign during World War 2. He was a member of the Afrika Korps. My story is partially fiction given that I … Read More Telling a Story vs. Glorification

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Writing Advice: Granting Someone Else ‘Godhood’

Hi Jim, I’ve been writing for years and have a book series out that I’m completely finished with. I’ve moved onto other stories, but one of my friends and a fellow writer wants to write a sequel to the series. He has a really great idea for a story set in the world I created, with both my characters and some new ones. While … Read More Writing Advice: Granting Someone Else ‘Godhood’