If you’ve been following this series on world building and other aspects of creating speculative fiction–and you feel like you’d like to give it a try, but you’re not quite sure you can create your own unique world, today’s post will provide you with some great samples and information that will inspire you and get you going! Grab a cup of coffee, clear your schedule, and sit down and explore these great sites…
How to create a fantasy world:
- How to create a fantasy world that everyone will believe
- 7 deadly sins of worldbuilding
- How to make your imaginary world real
- Creating a fantasy world–Geography
- 10 Questions to ask when you create a fictional culture
- 7 world-building tropes science fiction and fantasy you need to stop using
- Ten great examples of science fiction world building
- 25 things you should know about world building
And check out some great videos on world building:
- Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About World Building: (10:15)
- The Do’s and Don’ts of World Building: (7:27)
- How to Build Your Own Fantasy World (15:09)
What do you think? Are you ready to create your own sci-fi or fantasy world? Which of these posts and/or videos has inspired you the most? Do you have other favourite sites? Share your thoughts in the comments. Thanks!
Check out all the posts in this series on writing speculative fiction:
Mapping and World Creation (with a focus on Science Fiction and Fantasy)
The Hero’s Journey
Utopian or Dystopian Story Writing
World Building Through Mapping
More Aspects of World Building–Part 1 (conflict, political systems, technology, magic, values, small details, economic system, cultural groups)
More Aspects of World Building–Part 2 (realistic hangouts, world naming, food, alternate realities, time/era, transportation, morality, architecture, overall considerations)
Characterization in World Building
Links to Some Great Posts on World Building
Tips for Writing Super-Hero Stories
Wow! Thanks for sharing all of these great resources!
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You’re welcome, Steven! Thanks for your comment, too 🙂
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