Tag Archives: writing fantasy

Yurt: A Home Far Prettier Than It Sounds

Posted on June 26, 2016 by Alisha Klapheke

currently playing on my laptop: Dark Necessities by the Red Hot Chili Peppers When you research history and cultures to write a deeply escapist fantasy, you come across cool things. Some stick with you more than others. For me, one … Continue reading →

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Writing Tips: Action Scenes, Part I

Posted on June 26, 2016 by Alisha Klapheke

I made another Saturday writing tips video for you! This one goes over three things to watch out for when writing action scenes. Let me know if you like it or have anything to add. I’m totally open to any … Continue reading →

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Don’t Stress Out, Writers

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Alisha Klapheke

currently playing on my laptop: Heathens by Twenty-one Pilots First off, I’m sorry for the late posting. I’m trying to post every Sunday evening, but yesterday was both Father’s Day here in the US and also my wedding anniversary. 🙂 … Continue reading →

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Writing Tips: Plotting Your Story

Posted on June 18, 2016 by Alisha Klapheke

now playing on my laptop: Let It Go by James Bay Hey all! It’s time for another Saturday writing tips video! This one gives you some practical advice on how to get started plotting. I hope you enjoy it!

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Writing Tips: What to Do with Your Idea

Posted on June 11, 2016 by Alisha Klapheke

currently playing on my laptop: Positron by Palace Winter Time for another Saturday WRITING TIPS video! In this one, I give you some ways to go with your story idea. This is such a fun part of the writing process. … Continue reading →

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Folk Songs from Everywhere

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Alisha Klapheke

One of the big reasons I write fantasy is so that I have an outlet for my love of everything culture. Lately, I’ve been on a big folk song kick.  With regards to writing, folk songs are a great way … Continue reading →

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Writing Tips: Finding Story Ideas

Posted on June 4, 2016 by Alisha Klapheke

currently playing on my laptop: All We Ever Knew by The Head and the Heart I made a video! Just shaking it up, people. This one might help you discover new stories that await your writing skills! And hey, if … Continue reading →

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Flesh Out Your Fantasy World with Idioms

Posted on April 17, 2016 by Alisha Klapheke

currently playing on my laptop: Atlantique Sud by M83 Every country has their own set of idioms—plucky ways to explain common situations. If you create a new world, the inhabitants should have their own way of communicating through metaphoric language. … Continue reading →

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Follow your passion? Or just stay in touch?

Posted on November 2, 2015 by Alisha Klapheke

currently playing on my laptop: Midway by the Bad Bad Hats Okay everyone was all Follow your passion to a fruitful life! a while back. Now it’s Hey be careful because following that action may result in starving to death. … Continue reading →

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Writing Fantasy: Language as Muse

Posted on August 18, 2015 by Alisha Klapheke

currently playing on my laptop: Resurgam from the Poldark album I’m in a reflective mood. There won’t be any of my usual joking. I’m all serious and solemn. Flinty clouds color the windows and the occasional wind takes the first … Continue reading →

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