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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.

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
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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

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

The Fable Hive is a society for Catholic fiction writers on Instagram, a passion project by Adelaide, Michaela, and Emily. Fable Hive provides a community for writers to discuss Catholicism in fiction and connect with like-minded individuals.

– Find out who first invented the FableHive idea
– How did they meet and come together
– Why ‘Fable’
– What are their own backgrounds and stories
– Why is fiction is important
– Why we need stories written today

Follow them on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/thefablehive/

ABOUT THE TEAM
Emily is a theology teacher and obsessive gardener from Atlanta whose award-winning debut novel, Fyrian’s Fire is the first installment of the Fate of Glademont trilogy.

Mckayla is a Canadian speculative fiction author writing heroic fantasy, space odysseys, and the occasional happily-ever-after.

Adelaide lives amid the Florida swamps and, when not writing her multitude of YA projects, bakes sourdough bread, sometimes successfully.

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

Wondering how to make your book timely and relevant in a crowded market? Our resident agent @BookBarrista advises on how to stay on top of upcoming trends to give your book a competitive edge. Plus, unique tips on incorporating mythology into your story!

Looking for more support in your writing journey? check out our AI tools on the Legend Fiction website to help with character development, plot ideas, and even marketing. Anjanette emphasizes the importance of using AI tools as an assistant to prompt creativity and suggest rewriting, not to create content and deceive readers. AI tools and tech does not mean the end of creativity. Writers can refine their craft and make a meaningful contribution to the world through their art.

Top Quote: “My number one piece of advice is don’t write to the trends.”

Anjanette’s LegendHaven talk:
https://youtu.be/yx0LxShFGy0

00:00: Intro: Anjanette introduces herself and talks about the glacier in her backyard
00:37: Introduction to the Legend Fiction Show and the topics of faith, fun, and fiction
01:09: Anjanette’s role as a literary agent and the importance of following trends
02:12: The tools and tricks used to predict market trends
03:19: The growth of the fantasy genre and the unpredictability of trends
04:19: The dangers of writing to the trends and the importance of writing for oneself
05:52: The importance of not giving up on a piece of writing and setting it aside for a while
06:20: The challenges of self-publishing and the importance of being connected to the audience
07:23: The definition of saturation in the publishing industry
08:24: The importance of recognizing the needs of the audience and the industry
10:22: The importance of making a standout book in a saturated market
12:18: The importance of resubmitting and being resilient as an author
13:19: Watching trends in film, TV, and streaming to predict market trends
13:59: The potential for a resurgence of interest in Tolkien and the importance of timing in traditional publishing
14:57: The impact of streaming on the publishing industry and the importance of continuing to write and adapt to changes
18:35: The impact of streaming on book sales and the changing landscape of book-first adaptations
19:06: The importance of focusing on the creative process rather than hyper-focusing on trends
20:09: The options for serial publishing and the importance of avoiding scams and building a team
22:12: The recommendation to read fantasy and sci-fi written for the general market to stay abreast of trends in mythology and speculative fiction
26:42: The importance of making mythology relevant to modern audiences and the potential for retelling stories in new and innovative ways
27:56: The potential for obscure mythologies and the importance of tying them to present-day themes
28:58: The impact of AI and tools on writing and the potential for them to create derivative pieces and unintentional plagiarism
30:34: The importance of using AI tools as a stepping stone and being careful about copying large chunks of information
33:44: Anjanette’s experience using AI tools to generate writing prompts and the limitations of AI-generated writing
37:01: The potential for AI and other tools to assist with the writing process, but the importance of using them responsibly and not for deceptive or predatory purposes
38:31: The limitations of AI-generated narration and the importance of recognizing the human component in creativity
39:31: The potential negative ramifications of AI and other tools and the importance of mitigating them through responsible use
42:59: The importance of giving writers the chance to test and explore their ideas
43:29: Anjanette’s online presence as the Book Barista and her literary agency, Dunham Literary
44:02: An invitation to connect with Anjanette and reach out with questions or inquiries
44:32: A reminder to join the Legend Fiction Community and keep writing

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

Stephanie Petters is a mom and an author – and she’s inspired by St Teresa to follow the flow. Not all authors need to grind st their writing habits!

Stephanie Petters is a mom and an author – and she’s inspired by St Teresa to follow the flow. Not all authors need to grind st their writing habits!

Don’t over grok your marketing! Just keep writing? Watch the full video!

Don’t over grok your marketing! Just keep writing? Watch the full video!