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Worldbuilding for Masochists

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Worldbuilding
Fantasy Writing
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Fantasy Literature
Fantasy Romance
Writing Process
Romantic Fantasy
Decision Fatigue
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Writing Craft
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Indie Publishing
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World-Building
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A podcast by three fantasy authors who love to overcomplicate their writing lives and want to help you do the same.

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A point-of-view character's experience of the world will shape the information that the reader gets about that world. So, a lot depends on who that character -- or characters -- might be! How can you turn their knowledge -- or lack thereof -- into a ... more

Mythical and magical creatures are a staple of the fantasy genre, sometimes as obstacles for heroes to face, sometimes as healers and dispensers of wisdom, sometimes fulfilling roles both stranger and more mundane. If you decide to include such beast... more

Fantasy religions often feel like reskins either of ancient Greek or Norse pantheons or of the medieval Catholic church. But what more interesting choices can we make when we're building faith within an invented world? Deva Fagan joins us to explore ... more

In this episode, we're taking a closer look at something we refer to a lot when we're talking craft: the on-ramp. Which is to say, at the beginning of your book, as you're introducing your world, how much stuff can you throw at your reader how quickl... more

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Recent Guests

Deva Fagan
Author of fantasy novels including House of Dusk
DAW Books
Episode: Episode 162: A Leap of Faith: Worldbuilding Fantasy Religions, ft. DEVA FAGAN
Sarah Beth Durst
Author known for her cozy fantasy novels. Her latest book, The Enchanted Greenhouse, will be released soon.
Episode: Episode 160: Cozy Worldbuilding, ft. SARAH BETH DURST
Elizabeth Bear
Hugo and Sturgeon award-winning science fiction and fantasy author
Episode: Episode 158: The Invisible Hand of Worldbuilding, ft. ELIZABETH BEAR
Kate Elliott
Writer known for her epic fantasy works
Independent Author
Episode: Episode 156: From a Certain Point of View, ft. KATE ELLIOTT
Jim C. Hines
Author known for his fantasy novels, particularly those featuring goblins and fairytale elements.
Independent Author
Episode: Episode 155: The Rule of Cool, ft. JIM C. HINES
Ai Jiang
Chinese Canadian writer exploring identity and philosophical themes in sci-fi, fantasy, and horror.
Episode: Episode 152: Setting the Scene, ft AI JIANG
Sara Wile
One of the creators behind Third Person and the Science Fantasy Podcast, Midst
Third Person
Episode: Episode 150: Team Efforts, ft. THIRD PERSON (Xen, Matt Roen, and Sara Wile)
Matt Roen
Author and co-creator of Third Person and Midst, focusing on narrative development and lore
Third Person
Episode: Episode 150: Team Efforts, ft. THIRD PERSON (Xen, Matt Roen, and Sara Wile)
Marina Lostetter
A sci-fi and fantasy author with multiple published works, including the trilogy 'The Teeth Of Dawn.'
Episode: Episode 149: Especially the Lies: Building Unreliable Worlds, ft. MARINA LOSTETTER

Hosts

Cass Morris
Co-host and fantasy author with a keen interest in the intricacies of worldbuilding and narrative structure.
Marshall Ryan Maresca
Co-host and fantasy author with a strong emphasis on narrative creativity and worldbuilding challenges.
Natanya Barron
Co-host and author focusing on unique storytelling and exploring psychological aspects of character development in worldbuilding.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 523 ratings
  • Insightful and Entertaining

    A charming podcast which never fails to make me think over my worldbuilding and enhance it over and over again.

    The hosts are credible and qualified fantasy writers, alongside being funny and interesting, and often have guest stars which inject the experience with credible expertise on the specific subjects they choose to cover.

    It’s fascinating, insightful, and inspiring! I highly recommend to anyone who enjoys fantasy, whether they write, worldbuild, or even just read (knowing how the sauce... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChainmailPick
    United States7 months ago
  • Absolute favourite podcast

    I never thought I’d find a group of people that are as nerdy and obsessed about worldbuilding as I am, a perfect mix of educational, funny and creatively stimulating, there’s nothing I like more than putting this podcast on to get the creative juices flowing or to learn how to push my world building farther.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    otakulivia
    Canada10 months ago
  • A View from A Star .:.. stars that is!

    I’ve most recently finished writing ‘The Vein of Altria’ book 1/3 (in my editor’s hand at the moment)… book 2/3 is in the works! I can’t even begin to express my gratitude… the series of topics explored, the guests, the translations to our own life etc… simply put, A must listen podcast for you aspiring writers!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KrisTheodore
    United Statesa year ago
  • In MAAAAH Review… the Gods said "LET THERE BE A REVIEW!" And there was a review. Now the review was a form and empty, whiteness covered the screen. And in the whiteness there shall be worldbuilding. And the worldbuilding shall be for masochists! And the Gods saw that it was good. Fast forward a few COVID years… but was it 100 episodes good? Probably, I haven't finished them all yet. 4 stars… I don't care for the swearing, this means I can't listen when kiddos are around :( also I listen at 1.1... more

    Audible
    5
    Allen B
    United States2 years ago
  • In MAAAAH Review

    In MAAAAH Review… the Gods said "LET THERE BE A REVIEW!" And there was a review. Now the review was a form and empty, whiteness covered the screen. And in the whiteness there shall be worldbuilding. And the worldbuilding shall be for masochists! And the Gods saw that it was good. Fast forward a few COVID years… but was it 100 episodes good? Probably, I haven't finished them all yet. 4 stars… I don't care for the swearing, this means I can't listen when kiddos are around :( also I listen at 1.1... more

    Audible
    5
    Allen B
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall, reviews emphasize the podcast's ability to stimulate new ideas and perspectives on fantasy writing and worldbuilding.
The podcast is recognized for inspiring creativity and providing insights into the writing process, making it a great resource for aspiring writers.
Audience feedback praises the dynamic among hosts and guests, enhancing the overall listening experience with credible expertise.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging discussions, often citing the blend of humor with in-depth analysis of writing and storytelling.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#237
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Apple Podcasts
#244
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 147: Something Is A-Myth, ft. KRITIKA H. RAO
Q: How did these stories come into your mind in terms of how you decided to tell them?
Kritika discusses her process of exploring the character of Menaka and the importance of her perspective in the storytelling.
Episode 117: More Queries and Quandaries
Q: What do you do if you have a building block you need to world build, but you just can't?
Immerse yourself in related books, movies, or shows for inspiration, or try writing character scenes to ease into the worldbuilding process.
Episode 117: More Queries and Quandaries
Q: How do you research a subject that you personally don't enjoy, but you know it's important for the world building?
Find someone passionate about the subject, such as an engaging author or content creator, whose enthusiasm will help make the research process more enjoyable.
Episode 117: More Queries and Quandaries
Q: How is history from an advanced society forgotten?
The more isolated a civilization is, the easier it is for their history to be forgotten, especially if there's a concerted effort to hide or suppress that knowledge.
Episode 125: Monstrous Worldbuilding, ft. JOHN WISWELL
Q: What is your Worldbuilding process like?
John shares that he tends to start with character and asks what their reality entails, often considering the layers of context that define their existence.

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2. Sarah Beth Durst
3. Elizabeth Bear
4. Kate Elliott
5. Jim C. Hines
6. Ai Jiang
7. Sara Wile
8. Matt Roen

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