The Name Crafter

Ever notice how some fictional place names just stick ? Middle-earth , Gotham , Westeros , Hogwarts . These aren't just cool-sounding words; they feel like they’ve existed for a thousand years. When you’re world-building, a place name is your first chance to tell a story without using a single line of dialogue. It’s a vessel for culture, a record of ancient wars, and a psychological anchor for your reader. But how do you move past "Generic Forest #4" and create something that

Fantasy writing is one of the most exciting genres because it allows us to invent entire worlds, characters, and histories! But the true challenge isn’t just in establishing dragons, castles, or ancient spells. It’s in telling a story that feels real and authentic  despite its impossible elements. The best fantasy operates on two levels: the epic scale of the impossible and the intimate scale of the human. Here are a few practical tips we compiled to help inspire your fantas