Tag: storytelling
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Why I Won’t Use AI for Writing: A Deep Dive into AI Literature
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1. Introduction AI in Literature… Is it worth it? (no). I’ve done a deep dive and investigated the ethics, quality and legalities of AI in literature to be more educated when I tell people precisely why I would never use AI for this purpose. And in my investigation, I used AI systems with a critical…
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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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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…
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Tightening the Screws: Building Tension In Dark Fantasy
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7 secrets to writing terrifyingly tense dark fantasy. Uncover the tools of tension, dread, suspense, and psychological horror. Leave your readers gasping for more…
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Beyond the Scars: Why Trauma Matters in Fantasy
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The most impactful fantasy stories are those that resonate with the human experience, even in their fantastical elements.
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Where Shadows Dance: Exploring the Overlap of Horror and Fantasy
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As a fantasy author, I’m sometimes asked about the influences that shape my work. While Tolkien, Jordan and Sanderson certainly hold places of honor on my bookshelf, there’s another, perhaps unexpected, genre that whispers darkly in my ear: horror. Horrifying Fantasy For some, the pairing might seem jarring. Fantasy, with its sweeping epics and heroic…