In my spare time I write fiction, and I like to listen to medieval and/or fantasy-inspired ambient music while doing so. Here are a few songs and playlists that get me going.
Tag: fiction
Three Modern Fantasy Authors on the Art of World Building
Insights from three critically-acclaimed authors of fantasy fiction about the intricacies of world building. World building is cool and fun, but it's anything but easy. It takes you to the heart of culture and human nature.
Writing Inspiration: A Castle, a Town, and Two Landscapes
Some paintings that have inspired me over the past few weeks as I scribble away in my spare time.
Writing Inspiration: Architectural Capriccio by Filippo Juvarra
In 'Steal Like an Artist,' Austin Kleon encourages artists of all stripes to curate a collection of whatever captures their imagination, whether pictures, movies, books, quotes, etc.---things that resonate powerfully with your personal artistic tastes. In that spirit, I recently added something to my collection that I think other writers of fiction might appreciate, and in particular writers of fantasy fiction.
When Style Is the Substance (and Why It Matters)
In an economy where substance is abundant but attention is scarce, style can become more important than the substance it conveys. The implications for writers are profound. Featuring examples from fantasy, sci-fi, Calvin and Hobbes, Deadpool, and Borderlands!
On Fantasy Fiction and Medieval Special Operations
What is the significance of medieval special operations for writers who enjoy fantasy fiction?
