Sometimes, the conflict we create, or our characters actions to solve it, can rely on unrealistic behavior. Let's kick this terrible writing habit and get our stories on track! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rE3ZIHOx1Gg
#Worldbuilding Dojo – Fantasy Creatures
Fairies and aliens have more in common with each other than they do with us. How's that? Well, let's take a look at how we craft imaginary people that aren't human. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70TLJcok8G4
#Worldbuilding Dojo – The Boundaries of Fantasy
When are we telling a wild tale, and when have we pushed too far? When do vampire dinosaurs make sense, and when is it one step too far? Let's take a look! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mERXsh-gIQk
#Worldbuilding Dojo – The God of the Gaps
We don't worship the God of the Gaps, but as writers, it can be the saving grace that avoids exposition. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvQvx1bE_x4
#Writing Dojo – 5 Tips for Writer’s Block
It happens to the best of us. The practical advice (take a walk, break, fifth of bourbon) is not always the most pragmatic solution. So, let's reset and try again. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zpy1NO2dK_Q&t
#Writing Dojo – Perspective
Time and again, even the best writers lose perspective. Let's identify what it is, how you write it, and when each kind of perspective works best. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bv6SjFzDMp0
#Worldbuilding Dojo – Motivation
What makes your characters tick? Why do they do what they do? Let's ask some critical questions and make our characters believable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRZvKNs-aHc
#Worldbuilding Dojo – Introductions
Well, one good turn deserves another. We know how to end a story, let's talk about how to start one. But before you back up that dump truck to drop exposition on your audience, maybe you should consider leaving them in the dark for a bit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6S-oS76XOEs&t
#Worldbuilding Dojo – Epilogues
When the final chapter comes, we must be prepared. Let's take out our honey-do list and make sure we close out the story in grand fashion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSRjDC4K67g
