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This week: Finding Balance Edited by: Dawn Embers  
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Looking into the issue of balance this week with the elements of story telling and the parts that make the stories fit within the genres of fantasy, sci-fi or other spec fic subgenres. |
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When it comes to writing fantasy one can look at it as a balance act. We are always trying to find ways to create balance in our lives and that aspect is also found in the stories we tell. Not only is it a necessary aspect as writers in general, but speculative fiction has its own elements that take some finesse in order to make sure the structure doesn’t collapse. There is also a struggle to find balance in our lives with writing and other things but that is covered in other newsletters. So let’s look a little at balance in writing and in our particular genre.
Writing
In general, there are elements that we balance in stories in order to create tales for the readers to enjoy. Not every one gets the same weight and it will vary depending on the story. Some of the main aspects that need worked together in order to convey the overall story include: characters, plot, and setting.
All are involved in some way or another. They are the main building blocks we use as writers. The extent of focus for each are what vary. Sure all stories involve characters of some type whether it is a cast of two or two hundred but some stories are more focused on those characters than others. We say the story is character driven or plot driven. Not as often is the setting the main focus of a tale but in fantasy and science fiction the worlds can hold a very strong front within a story.
As writers, part of what we do in writing, rewriting and editing of a story is create a balance of those elements.
Fantasy
There are some aspects that need balance which is seen more in speculative fiction than other genres. In particular, the elements that make the story fantastical has to be created in a way that the reader can believe in the existence of such outside their own reality. Some stories will use elements of reality, for example, mixed in with magic or new science in order to keep the reader from getting too distracted by questions or doubt.
We have to find a balance with the believable and the imaginative while the reader gives some levels of suspending belief. It is an act that is not just up to the writer, then, but also the reader who goes in knowing some aspects might not hold up in reflection of our own experiences. This can be in a couple of different ways. The most common is the big flashy aspects like when characters can do magic or have some types of powers. It can also be in the types of characters used. Many characters will have human-like qualities in order to help bridge any gaps for the readers in order to help keep things in a way relate-able or in a way believable.
These are just a few things we can consider when writing fantasy stories. How we create balance in the way we write and the stories create can vary. Finding that is up to you as the writer. Have fun and enjoy the process.
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How do you create balance in your stories and in writing?
Last month, I wrote about finding time both as a writer and for the characters. Here are a couple of comments sent in over the topic:
Comment by Quick-Quill 
I think all writers struggle with this. Unless you're in the throes of a muse, making yourself to sit and write can be a challenge
Comment by brom21 
I recently started this affiliate marketing program that requires lots of time. I ended up neglecting my writing responsibilities and WdC stuff. So, I'm stepping away from the job gig for now and purely focusing on writing. Thanks for this relevant NL!
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