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Malik replied to the thread Ask, you may be surprised.Also, never underestimate what you can learn from an expert in their field over a couple of baskets of wings and a pitcher of beer. I... -
"I'm doing some research for a novel" is basically magic words. I've gotten replies from all kinds of people I never expected to answer...
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Malik replied to the thread Ask, you may be surprised.Back before the internet, you would call a research librarian and ask them stuff. They'd get back to you, usually within a few hours...
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An error I didn't realise until after publication (pointed out by a reader) was that I had bluebells flowering in the wrong month...
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I write speculative fiction, and I guess most in the English speaking parts of the world would call it low fantasy. With that written, I...
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Malik replied to the thread Fiction vs realistic.I write "hard fantasy." I made a career out of writing fantasy that elevates suspension of disbelief into plausible deniability...
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My fantasy is as realistic as I can make it. That way it's more believable. And I do write what is generally considered realism too...
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Malik reacted to A. E. Lowan's post in the thread How do you feel about the 'classic' villain monologue about their plans? with
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How about the villain monologue, but it's not the villain giving it? This is, as usual, a bit long but it's the first piece of ours... -
Malik reacted to A. E. Lowan's post in the thread How do you feel about the 'classic' villain monologue about their plans? with Like.
And this one. Just perfection. Viggo's monologue is required viewing and note taking for any writer, in my not-at-all humble opinion.
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Malik reacted to Prince of Spires's post in the thread How do you feel about the 'classic' villain monologue about their plans? with Like.
I personally think the villain monologue has its place. It just needs to be done well (as with everything), and that's a hard thing to...
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Malik replied to the thread How do you feel about the 'classic' villain monologue about their plans?.I know it's a movie and not a book, but The Incredibles handled this absolutely beautifully. Sitting in the car listening to police...
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Malik reacted to A. E. Lowan's post in the thread How do you feel about the 'classic' villain monologue about their plans? with Like.
Found this. Kind of huge. The Very Complete, Very Extended, Printer Friendly, Evil Overlord List (plus other evil stuff)
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Malik replied to the thread Why Do Some Fantasy Worlds Breathe?.In epic fantasy, the world is a character with its own arc. The characters' actions change the world; that's what makes epic fantasy...
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"Why Do Some Fantasy Worlds Breathe?" Because if they don't, they pass out and don't get any ice cream, anyway.
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This is a scam. They're getting very good. Go back to your e-mail. Check the address over with a fine-tooth comb. They can be off by...