Creating Legal Systems

For the next few weeks, I’ll be talking about creating legal systems in your fantasy world. Even if your plots … more…

August Update

It’s the last Sunday of the month, so I’m giving an update on where I am with my writing. I’m … more…

One of my favorite books, as cliche as it sounds, is the Lord of the Rings. The prose, the ideas, … more…

Last week, I discussed how using restrictions can increase your creativity. This week, I’m going to advocate the opposite. Ignore … more…

When people think about making art, they usually think that the creation process is freeing and full of spontaneity. Sometimes … more…

In nature, things generally don’t change slowly over time. They reach an equilibrium, which will last for generations. Then, over … more…

George Washington wasn’t a particularly great general at the beginning of the Revolutionary War. He was competent, which was actually … more…

Throughout history, there have been individuals who have changed the course of history. What would the United States be without the … more…

One thing I’ve noticed about most fantasy fiction and roleplaying is that many cultures are ultimately humans with a slight … more…

It’s the last week of the quarter, so it’s time for me to review my goals and see how I … more…