by Ed | Nov 25, 2024 | Writing
Continuing from Act I of the Hero’s Journey, the second act begins. The Hero has accepted the Call to adventure. They officially meet the Mentor, who guides and trains the Hero through the rest of the journey. Then comes the Threshold, or the point of no return.... by Ed | Nov 18, 2024 | Writing
The Hero’s Journey is the cornerstone of any great story, movie, video game, myth, or legend. It’s woven into our DNA at an ancestral level. According to Joseph Campbell, author of the Hero with a Thousand Faces, the Hero’s Journey is a story mechanic of... by Ed | Sep 28, 2024 | Reading
Nothing captures fantasy action quite like Of Sea and Smoke, the sequel by Gillian Bronte Adams. This book review was fun to write, with the story’s rich worldbuilding that took me on an exhilarating journey and lived up to the high standards set by its... by Ed | Sep 13, 2024 | Map Artwork, Short story
These posts will feature digital artwork of fantasy maps created in Wonderdraft. Each post will present fantasy flash fiction inspired by the map, sometimes with commentary on the mapping elements. Stories may appear in a single post or be divided into multiple parts.... by Ed | Sep 7, 2024 | Reading
Featuring steampunk and adventure themes, Secrets in the Mist recently caught my attention for this book review. It’s a fast-paced read with engaging worldbuilding and strong tension throughout each scene. However, it has its shortcomings, which I’ll explore in the...
