Speaking with a friend and fellow writer, I’ve finally summed up my issue with my writing at the moment. Connection. Sometimes, a story is great. It works. Or it has narrative promise, strong characters and fits the genre and industry well. But sometimes, you still don’t connect with the story yourself. This is a problem… Continue reading What if you and the story just aren’t connecting?
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Reminders for every time I plan to write
Today I wanted to share a list of things I nearly always have to remind myself before I write. Sometimes we have routines or even just a burst of energy and a desire to write, but then the fear or resistance sets in. Like we're being tortured by this desire that one moment ago brought… Continue reading Reminders for every time I plan to write
The power of going slow when writing (and in life)
This week, I started a new novel. I’m very excited about this one as it’s slightly different from the ones I’ve done before, but it is inspired by the last three high fantasy novels I’ve written over the last two years. However, there’s something I need to fight at the moment: the urge to rush.… Continue reading The power of going slow when writing (and in life)
Are you scared to write your novel?
Damn it, I think I'm scared to write my novel! I have a solid story idea that excites me. It makes me think of a Pixar film, which is a good sign immediately! But for some reason, there's a lot of resistance in me to write the thing. I'm off from work on Easter break,… Continue reading Are you scared to write your novel?
Why I love writing stories
I think writing is dreaming. It’s the reason I write fantasy novels. I dream of other worlds and possibilities I can’t live in real life. And writing from another character means we get to live other lives. Make different choices without suffering the consequences or the fear in reality. It’s the reason I really want… Continue reading Why I love writing stories
How to be a practising writer
I’m changing the terminology I use about many areas of my life in order to change how I feel about them, including my writing. I don’t want to call myself an amateur writer - because I’m not; I’ve been writing for a long time and it has negative connotations of being bad at something almost.… Continue reading How to be a practising writer
How to World Build for a Fantasy Novel – Writing Podcast Ep. 7
Welcome back, Daydreamers! Today we are bringing out the big guns and talking about how to build a world for your fantasy novel. Worldbuilding is a big part of being a fantasy novelist and if this scares you, don't worry, we have your back! Here is everything to consider when worldbuilding and how to write… Continue reading How to World Build for a Fantasy Novel – Writing Podcast Ep. 7
How to Build a Magic System – Writing Podcast Ep. 4
Welcome back, Daydreamers! In today's episode, we are talking about one of our favourite things, magic systems. The fantastical abilities of your people or world! Ever wondered how to make the magic believable and fun? We go into detail in today's episode on what we like in magic systems and how we write our own.… Continue reading How to Build a Magic System – Writing Podcast Ep. 4
S. R. Crawford 