Author: Dan Hanly
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Escapists Anonymous: The Great Leap
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Earlier this year I had the absolute pleasure of being interviewed on the Escapists Anonymous channel about The Great Leap. Sam and Dan were both excellent hosts, who had read the book from cover to cover before the interview. This is the first interview of this kind I’ve done, given that I was able to…
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Announcement – Children of Inauron: Book 2
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The Great Leap, Book 1 of the Children of Inauron series, was released on May 31st, 2024. I’ll be forever proud of the reception that book had at launch, and it’s gone from strength to strength over the course of the past year as more readers have found the story. However, this weekend, I attended…
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Podcast Appearance: Dan Hanly on TheTinyBookcase (Author Podcast Interview)
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I had the distinct pleasure at being a guest on the writing podcast TheTinyBookcase just before Christmas, and the two episodes are now finally launched for your listening pleasure. What is TheTinyBookcase Podcast? The Tiny Bookcase is just like any bookcase, it’s filled to the brim with lovely stories, or it will be, once we…
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Worldbuilding Unique Countries in a Fantasy World
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This article provides tips on how to create unique and interesting countries in your fantasy worldbuilding. It also includes examples of unique fantasy countries from literature.
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A Guide to Geographical Worldbuilding for Fantasy Authors
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Learn how to craft believable and immersive fantasy worlds with this comprehensive guide to geographical worldbuilding. Discover essential elements and rules for creating logical and consistent landscapes.
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Worldbuilding Tips: Crafting Captivating Fantasy Worlds
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Learn to build detailed environments, diverse cultures, and intricate magic systems. Explore tips on history, lore, and creature creation for captivating stories and games.
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“I wish my book community wasn’t so political…”
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Are books truly apolitical? Delve into the controversial debate surrounding the political nature of literature and why it matters.
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WritIng A Captivating Short Story: the Art of Storytelling Within A Word Count
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Unlock the secrets to writing a compelling short story or flash fiction that will leave your readers spellbound. In the realm of fantasy writing, where intricate worlds and epic sagas often unfold across countless pages, the art of crafting a captivating short story holds a unique allure. With a limited word count, every sentence, every…
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Wrangling Your First Draft: Embracing Revisions
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Conquer first draft fear! This guide explores why initial drafts are always rough and provides practical tips for embracing revision and transforming your writing from “meh” to “marvellous”.
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Conquering Fear: Driving Character Development with fear
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Fear. It’s a primal emotion that grips us all, from the bravest warrior to the meekest villager. As we approach halloween, I’ve been spending a lot of time trying to understand this emotion, and how it can influence us, both in terms of characters within a story, and within our real lives. So, to address…