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Tor Presents: Gaming the Novel – How Tabletop Gaming Informs Worldbuilding in Fantasy Fiction
Summary:
Come join veteran fantasy writers as they discuss their tips and secrets for translating gaming skills into bestselling fantasy fiction.
Description:
Orcs, gnomes, and elves, oh my! The fantasy worlds of Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, and Game of Thrones have taken the world by storm and have allowed tabletop role-playing games such as Pathfinder to become ever more popular among adults and teens alike. With games like these, anyone can build a world and become master of a universe, but how does one harness such power to fuel their fiction writing? Come join veteran fantasy writers as they discuss this very topic and pass along their tips and secrets for translating gaming skills into bestselling fantasy fiction.
Worldbuilding can be a daunting task. Learn the best ways to get started, keep going, & create a setting that enhances your work rather than getting in the way of the story.
A good fictional language adds depth to your story; a bad one can ruin it. Learn from authors with experience at imaginary languages how to avoid pitfalls & use language to enhance your story.
Magic is the definitional element of Fantasy, but getting it right can be difficult. Learn how to create magic systems that are functional and intriguing, & how to use them to improve your story.
Religion is often a touchy subject for readers & writers, even when the religion's fictional. Learn how to make fictional religions add depth to your story without boring or offending your readers.
Fictional cultures must differ from Earth cultures, but be similar enough for readers to understand. Learn how to create compelling but identifiable ones that contribute to your story.
Nature & its denizens are crucial background elements in many genre stories. Learn how to subtly incorporate them into your story to make the reader's experience even more enjoyable.
Governments & their laws affect you every day—& your characters probably have the same experience. Learn how to work legal & governmental issues into your setting & story in an enjoyable way.
The monsters in your world can make or break a good story. Learn what makes monsters work in fiction & how you can make them work in your setting & story.