The Evolution of a Fantasy Map
The official map for To Ashes We Run is DONE! XD Only the lovely people on my newsletter list have seen the map so far, but it’s time to show the world! This book is becoming more real every … Continued
Damsels in Distress and Strong Warriors
Damsels in Distress and Strong Warriors: Stereotyped Female Characters Two stereotypes rule female characters in fiction. The Damsel in Distress and the Strong Warrior. The Damsel in Distress was used as a common heroine. She was in numerous fairy tales. Then our culture shifted, … Continued
The Unicorn VS The Qilin
The Unicorn VS The Qilin Descriptions of the unicorn and the qilin have become more and more alike as the years pass. They began as two separate, though slightly similar, legends. The unicorn came to life in Western beliefs while the qilin was … Continued
The 4 Main Dragon Types
The 4 Main Dragon Types Dragons aren’t in every fantasy story, but they are certainly a fantasy staple. They are written in so many ways, and among these different types dragons and dragon lore can vary drastically. There are so many possibilities when it comes … Continued