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Fantasy: February 07, 2007 Issue [#1536]

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1. About this Newsletter
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3. Letter from the Editor
4. Editor's Picks
5. A Word from Writing.Com
6. Ask & Answer
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About This Newsletter

The world needs fantasy. It can be an escape from daily life, a means for finding the hero within, a landscape to inspire the imagination. Enter the world of Fantasy. In my newsletters you can expect thorough looks at different aspects of fantasy writing.



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Letter from the editor

I'd like to thank everyone who took my poll. For those who missed it, here it is again:
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As of February 5, 2007, there were 78 responses. Over 60% are either planning or currently writing a novel. Only five percent are in the editing stages, and six percent submitting to publishers. I think it's notable that no one is looking to self-publish. It seems to be a last resort for people, or not an option. It's not something we aspire to.

After seeing these results, I will focus most of my topics on world-building and the novel-writing process. My newsletters will be geared more toward the novel than the short story. I will still be doing occasional interviews, as it's good to see the process of a published writer. March newsletter will be an interview, and April's will be on naming characters.

Now I'd like to address a comment submitted by appolloslady Author Icon :
I have read all of the Harry Potter Books (that are out) and I have gotten into the 'Eragon' or 'Inheritance' Series. I have also read all of the Dragonriders of Pern series...

My question to you is, do you know of any other authors or books that are along these lines, maybe for adults as opposed to young adult????

Thanks!
Cassandra


The following are my recommendations.

Dragon Star Trilogy and Dragon Prince Trilogy by Melanie Rawn. These books are filled with princes, dragons, magic, politics, and romance. They are complex, run by strong and engaging characters, and have plots that keeps you reading. The first book is Stronghold.

The Dragonvarld Trilogy by Margaret Weis is another good one. The first book is Mistress of Dragons. The main character is a priestess, one of the all-female followers of the Mistress of Dragons, whose faith is tested. Another main character is a dragon which can take the form of a man.

If anyone has a book to recommend for Cassandra, feel free to comment. *Smile*


Editor's Picks

Check out these great resources here on WDC:
 The (Writing) Life Open in new Window. (13+)
Why I write fantasy. How I get my ideas. A look at my "writer's toolbox."
#1208628 by EAF Author IconMail Icon

 Tips From The Pros Open in new Window. (E)
Advice from pro sci fi/fantasy authors
#879969 by Darshan1 Author IconMail Icon

 Writer's Fallout Shelter Open in new Window. (13+)
A sanctuary for weary writers, inky wretches, and aspiring professional novelists.
#980111 by Liam Jackson Author IconMail Icon


Some Fantasy reading:
 The Children of Midian Open in new Window. (ASR)
A novel - Elliot ventures to Midian, where children share an uneasy truce evil Lycaon.
#1208156 by Jay is studying Author IconMail Icon

 Ch. 1: And So It Begins [Revised Ver.] Open in new Window. (E)
Karn is wanted by the city guards, and he and his former master must escape the city...
#1202748 by dark harbinger Author IconMail Icon

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Ask & Answer

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From Mojo Author Icon :
I enjoy the interview you had with Alan. I'm especially interested in how books are published and obtaining agents for future reference. I heard that is the hardest part of becoming a novelist. It was very informative.
Mojo
It's good to learn all you can about publishing. Getting published is never easy, but knowledge of the process can make it less intimidating.

From Kiante Author Icon:
Interesting interview. I think if I see it, I might like to read that book.
I'm sure Alan would be glad to hear that.

From Tehanu Author Icon:
Interesting newsletter, Enchantress! I feel that you spent a good deal of time on this quality Q&A.
Thanks! There will be another interview next month. *Smile*

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