I've used ChatGPT and MidJourney almost every day so you didn't have to. I wanted to find out if they will replace creativity... or amplify it. For me as the LegendFiction founder... the answer in. So here's my take on it all. Our community is made up of artists:...
In this ninety-minute workshop, you will dig into who your protagonist is, what they want, and how they change. You will also determine who is telling their story and how, and pinpoint your beginning and ending scenes.
If you’re struggling with writing and finding it hard to stay motivated, you’re not alone. Building a writing habit is key to overcoming these challenges and staying consistent. Learn how to do it in this article.
Join the Catholic Writers Retreat in DeWitt, MI from October 9-13, 2023. Focus on your writing surrounded by fellow Catholic writers. Register now!
Looking for professional book design and formatting services on a budget? Benita Thompson is a talented and affordable book designer specializing in fantasy and speculative fiction. Discover the science behind book cover design and why it’s crucial for indie authors to invest in professional help.
Shari Suter, an Orthodox homesteader since 1997, joins Dominic, LegendFiction founder, to discuss the concept of imagination as described by George MacDonald. Shari is wonderful for plumbing deep into topics, and we circle the roots of paganism as a way to understand the holy imagination.
💡 George MacDonald emphasizes the importance of nurturing and cultivating the imagination.
💡 Imagination is a powerful tool for understanding the world and oneself.
💡 Paganism, in its core, involves seeing the sacredness and holiness in all things.
💡 George MacDonald emphasizes the importance of imagination in discovering the works of God and finding meaning in creation.
💡 Writers should use their imagination to clothe deep ideas with the forms and beauty of creation, recognizing that creation itself is a story waiting to be understood.
💡 Imagination should be approached with reverence and respect.
💡 Following the boundaries and limitations of subject matter allows for the discovery of transformation and truth.
💡 Imagination serves as a bridge between the individual and the unity of creation.
We explore the distinction between imagination vs fancy. MacDonald emphasizes the importance of nurturing and cultivating the imagination. We also chat about the role of imagination in perceiving the meaning and vitality in the world, as well as its connection to the sacred and the divine. Imagination should be approach with a sense of reverence and respect, allowing it to reveal both the world and oneself in a profound way.
Explore with us the relationship between imagination and storytelling, allowing the boundaries and limits of of things to discover transformation and truth. Ultimately, imagination serves as a bridge between the individual and the unity of creation, allowing for a deeper understanding of the world and oneself.
LINKS:
Undine: https://www.amazon.com/Undine-Introductory-Essays-MacDonald-Lafcadio/dp/1528717775
Fantastic Imagination: http://www.george-macdonald.com/etexts/fantastic_imagination.html
Lilith: https://www.amazon.com/Lilith-George-MacDonald/dp/0802860613
Owen Barfield: https://www.amazon.com/Saving-Appearances-Idolatry-Owen-Barfield/dp/081956205X
ABOUT THIS SHOW: The LegendFiction Show
Interviews with authors, brought to you by LegendFiction, the creative community for Catholic & Orthodox fiction writers! Hosted by Dominic, the founder, we talk creed, craft, and co-creation, rooted in grit, grace, gods, and dragons. Let’s inspire your faith and your fiction.
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FREE COURSE: How to be a Faith-Inspired Fiction Author
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By the end of the class, you’ll have 4 unique stories to share with your friends and family.
Discover how to write a truly awesome novel! Learn how to handle feedback like a pro, by attending our workshop where you’ll get practical tips for giving and receiving feedback. You’ll also get to participate in group discussions and develop your skills in a fun and engaging way!
Callie Sioux @calliesioux discusses her audio epic project called “1232,” which is a time travel medieval fantasy adventure. The project includes over 60 episodes, each lasting 20 to 30 minutes, and features a full voice cast, sound design, and an original score. Callie Sioux shares her inspiration for the project, her background in storytelling, and her plans for future productions. She also discusses her experience with crowdfunding through Kickstarter and her marketing strategies for the project.
🎧 “1232” is an audio epic that combines time travel, medieval fantasy, and adventure.
🎤 The project features over 60 episodes, each lasting 20 to 30 minutes, with a full voice cast, sound design, and original score.
📚 Callie Sioux draws inspiration from her background in storytelling and her love for literature, including Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Edgar Allan Poe.
💡 She shares her experience with crowdfunding through Kickstarter and recommends the book “Crowdfunding for the 99%” as a valuable resource.
🎯 Callie Sioux’s marketing plan includes in-person events, social media promotion, online ads, and potential distribution deals.
📖 She plans to continue producing audio dramas and expand into adapting well-known classics in the same style.
💪 Callie Sioux encourages other creatives to stay courageous, never give up, and hold onto hope.
Follow the ‘1232’ And Callie:
https://linktr.ee/1232audioepic
https://www.instagram.com/1232audioepic
ABOUT THIS SHOW: The LegendFiction Show
Interviews with authors, brought to you by LegendFiction, the creative community for Catholic & Orthodox fiction writers! Hosted by Dominic, the founder, we talk creed, craft, and co-creation, rooted in grit, grace, gods, and dragons. Let’s inspire your faith and your fiction.
ABOUT LEGENDFICTION
The creative community for modern Catholic & Orthodox authors. Share your works in progress, give and get feedback, and double your writing output! Join our private community: https://legendfiction.com
About: https://legendfiction.com/about/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/legendfictions/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legendfiction/
FREE COURSE: How to be a Faith-Inspired Fiction Author
Helping authors write exciting novels, connect faith with fiction, and be a better Catholic! https://legendfiction.com/free-course
LegendHaven is the free 2023 online convention to meet up with Catholic and Orthodox fiction authors. Ignite your excitement to write fantastic fiction!
Over a decade ago, I found a book called ‘The Plot Thickens’ by Noah Lukeman. It had so many amazing ideas to help authors develop and thicken their plots. Literally.
With LegendHaven 2023 landing on October 14, check out this lineup of stunning merch for this event! Every purchase makes you look incredible, turns heads when you walk down the street, and makes your writing environment more imaginative and epic. Plus, it helps us...
Join the LegendHaven Short Story Contest and create an epic world! Deadline: Oct 1.
