As part of my ongoing creator series, here’s a trimmed down version of the conversation I had with Tori Tecken, covering her recent epic fantasy novel The Blood Stones.
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Influential Epics: The Elfstones of Shannara by Terry Brooks
My recent Elfstones reread reminded me just how powerful Brooks can be as a storyteller. I loved the book the first time around, and I loved it much more this time. Here are a few reasons why.
Malazan Isn’t as Difficult as People Say: A Mid-Read Perspective on the Series’ Learning Curve
I’m convinced that thousands of epic fantasy readers are missing out because of exaggerated reports about the challenges of reading this series.
Murtagh Brings Inheritance Sequel Energy in the Best Way
While I really enjoyed the original conclusion of The Inheritance Cycle, Murtagh made for a captivating reentry to the series.
Craft of Writing: How Naomi Novik Uses Straightforward Exposition to Guide Readers
This article explores how Naomi Novik handles exposition in her 2020 novel A Deadly Education.
Craft of Writing: How Brent Weeks Uses Third Person Limited Point of View (POV)
Here are three main strengths to consider, from a writing craft perspective, about Brent Weeks’s approach to third person limited point of view (POV).
The Reader Journey: How People Choose What Books to Buy and Read
In this article I’ll dig deeper into the wider reader journey, based on what data I could actually get my hands on (most of which is helpful but woefully dated).
Interview: Illustrator, Author, and Map Artist Corey Egbert
Earlier this month, I sat down to talk with Corey Egbert. Corey is an illustrator and author—and he created the amazing map of Foneth featured in Candle and Claw. Here’s our conversation, edited for brevity. Introductions and Artificial Intelligence Me: In your own words, how would you introduce yourself as an artist/person/creator/whatever else? Corey: I …
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10 Underrated Works of Epic Fantasy
A close look at nine underrated works of epic fantasy for fans of Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson, Robin Hobb, Terry Brooks, Joe Abercrombie, Tad Williams, or Peter V. Brett.
Why Readers Love Patrick Rothfuss: Digging into the Data
Actual reader data on why people love Patrick Rothfuss’s The Name of the Wind.
