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The Hidden Gems Author Podcast

Episode 129 – Building Believable Fantasy Worlds

Hosted by: Craig Tuch and Roland Hulme with special guest Judy Ellis

When writing a fantasy novel, one of the most daunting tasks is creating the world in which your story takes place. Fantasy world-building isn’t just about imagining new physical geography; it also involves developing magic and belief systems, culture, general mood and atmosphere, and the power structure of your society. Getting these complex and intricate details right leads to a captivating and credible fantasy world, which is why we’ve invited author and editor Judy Ellis to guide us through it all.

Judy, who also writes as J.H. Ellis, brings a wealth of experience not only as a YA fantasy author but also as the creator of an online course on world-building. In today’s episode, Judy takes us through all the factors mentioned above, along with practical advice on maintaining the integrity of the world’s rules and advice on using tools to track details and avoid common pitfalls.

If you’ve been holding off on writing that fantasy epic because you feel overwhelmed, the valuable tips and insights from Judy will have you mastering the art of fantasy world-building in no time!

Judy Ellis
https://daybreaklit.com/

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