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WD Presents: New Podcast Episode, a Chance at Publication, and More!

By Writers Digest StaffMay 22, 2022
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WD Podcasts

Writer's Digest Presents: World-Building (Podcast, Episode 5)

By The Editors of Writer's DigestMay 17, 2022
Jayne Castle’s 3 Rules of World Building
Writing Habits and Practices

Jayne Castle’s 3 Rules of World Building

By Jayne Ann KrentzNov 17, 2021
6 Tips for Developing an Exciting Fantasy Adventure Premise
Science Fiction/Fantasy

6 Tips for Developing an Exciting Fantasy Adventure Premise

By Marshall Ryan MarescaNov 4, 2021
Politics and World-Building in Science Fiction and Fantasy
Science Fiction/Fantasy

Politics and World-Building in Science Fiction and Fantasy

By Steph MagisterJul 6, 2021
3 Do’s and Don’ts of World-Building for Writers
Writing Techniques

3 Do’s and Don’ts of World-Building for Writers

By Moriah RichardJun 29, 2021
Organization for Writers and World-Builders
Writing Techniques

Organization for Writers and World-Builders

By Moriah RichardMay 25, 2021
4 Tips for Developing a Winning Science Fiction Premise
Science Fiction/Fantasy

4 Tips for Developing a Winning Science Fiction Premise

By Sarah PinskerMay 20, 2021
5 Ways To Develop Your Writing Imagination for Fantasy Fiction
Science Fiction/Fantasy

5 Ways To Develop Your Writing Imagination for Fantasy Fiction

By A.J. SmithMay 4, 2021
What Is World-Building?
Writing Techniques

What Is World-Building?

By Moriah RichardApr 27, 2021
Building Better Worlds: Select or Create Fantastical Animals
Writing Techniques

Building Better Worlds: Select or Create Fantastical Animals

By Moriah RichardMar 30, 2021
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Writing Techniques

Making Magic, Part 2: Structuring Your Unique System

By Moriah RichardJan 26, 2021
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Science Fiction/Fantasy

When Cultures Collide: 3 Ways to Create Tension in Worldbuilding in a Novel

By Greta KellyJan 25, 2021
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Writing Techniques

Making Magic, Part 1: Defining and Selecting Magic Systems

By Moriah RichardDec 29, 2020
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Writing Techniques

Building Better Worlds: Five Tips to Guide Your Planning Process

By Moriah RichardNov 25, 2020
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Writing Techniques

Crashing Into New Worlds: Writing About the Unfamiliar

By Stephanie KaneOct 29, 2020
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Writing Techniques

Learn Better World-Building Strategies Through World of Warcraft and the New Shadowlands Expansion

By Moriah RichardOct 27, 2020
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Science Fiction/Fantasy

How to Track World-Building in a Fantasy Series

By E.J. WenstromJun 4, 2019
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Settings

World-Building Tips from the Masters

By E.J. WenstromMay 21, 2019
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Writing Techniques

Jaleigh Johnson: Improving Your Writing With Dungeons & Dragons

By Kerrie FlanaganJan 30, 2019
20 Things to Consider When Building Fantasy Worlds
Science Fiction/Fantasy

20 Things to Consider When Building Fantasy Worlds

By Sara RaaschSep 2, 2018
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5 Tips on World-Building Through Collaboration

By Guest ColumnApr 8, 2018
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There Are No Rules Blog by the Editors of Writer's Digest

How to Map Your Fantasy World

By Tyler MossJul 28, 2016