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Fantasy Writing for Barbarians

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Fantasy Writing
Character Development
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Screenplays Vs Novels
Magic Systems
Reader Engagement
Character Depth
Novels
Romantic Relationships
Prologues
Clichés In Characters
Narrative Structure
Writing Techniques
Adaptations
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World-Building
Geography
Writing Process
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Whether you're a beginner fantasy writer or maybe even a barbarian, Fantasy Writing for Barbarians can help take your story to some exciting new worlds. Hosted by Jon Negroni and produced by Natalia Emmons and Bridget Serdock.

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Today on Fantasy Writing for Barbarians, we’re answering a spooky-good question! Does horror count as fantasy? Jon dives into how genres overlap, why dark fantasy works best when it steals from horror’s toolset, and how to write sinister bargains, ma... more

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Today on Fantasy Writing for Barbarians, we’re answering a hot-button question from the fantasy writing subreddit: is it bad if most of your novel is just people talking? Jon digs into why dialogue-heavy scenes can tank your pacing, when they actuall... more

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Today on Fantasy Writing for Barbarians, we’re tackling a listener email about how writers can unfold a character’s past without overwhelming the reader. Jon breaks down when to use flashbacks effectively, plus how you can handle offscreen POVs. And ... more

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Today on Fantasy Writing for Barbarians, we’re answering a listener email about one of the trickiest parts of writing epic fantasy: the dreaded travel montage. How do you keep the story moving when your characters are literally just…moving? Jon dives... more

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Recent Guests

Alyssa Matesic
YouTuber and editor known for her writing advice
Episode: The WORST Writing Advice on the Internet – Fantasy Edition
Brenna English-Loeb
A literary agent who works with the Transatlantic Literary Agency and founder of BEL Tower Editorial, where she helps authors with developmental editing.
Transatlantic Literary Agency, BEL Tower Editorial
Episode: Writing Advice from Literary Agent/Editor Brenna English-Loeb
Kate Brauning
A published author and the creator of the Breakthrough Writers' Bootcamp.
Episode: How to find original ideas with Kate Brauning
Craig Hanks
Host of The Legendarium Podcast
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Episode: How to hook readers in the first scene with Craig Hanks

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Jon Negroni
Jon Negroni is a published fantasy author with over 10 years of experience as a professional writer and editor. He often provides personalized advice based on listener inquiries and connects writing techniques to popular culture references.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • I’ve been enjoying your advice on this podcast! Thank you for posting it on audible!

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    Anthane Cobb
    United States10 months ago
  • Great advice

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How to Write Dark Fantasy that Doesn't Feel Hopeless
Q: How do I make hope feel organic in my dark fantasy story and make it feel important based on their actions and surroundings?
Hope should feel earned and rare in dark fantasy, contrasting against the darkness to give it weight.
How to Write Dark Fantasy that Doesn't Feel Hopeless
Q: How to incorporate subplots that make sense based on the surroundings and not make it feel that they are turned into the main plot instead of a subplot?
Tie subplots to the protagonist's core journey emotionally, ensuring they feel cohesive and organic.
How to Write Dark Fantasy that Doesn't Feel Hopeless
Q: How do I incorporate deep interlocked history between my characters so it feels like their actions are based on their past relations?
Reveal deep character history by letting the past bleed onto the page through behavior rather than through exposition.
How to Edit Your Own Work (and Someone Else's)
Q: How do you get your foot in the door of editing?
Jon discusses various paths to beginning a career in editing, including self-editing, developmental editing, and finding opportunities in indie presses and freelance platforms.
How to unlock your fantasy writing potential
Q: What advice do you have for someone who is struggling to start writing?
Start with short stories to build confidence, read more in and outside of your genre, and identify what you truly want to express in your writing.

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