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Feb 28 2016

How to Write Fantasy Like a Pro

Kori Miller Writes

I’m honored to be on Kori Miller Writes for a guest post, How to Write Fantasy Like a Pro. Read the excerpt below and check out the full post on Kori Miller Writes.

Tips on World-Building by Farah Oomerbhoy

Fantasy is not a creation of the modern world. In fact the roots of fantasy go back thousands of years to an age of myths and legends, when wandering storytellers sat by a fire and recounted fantastic tales of wondrous worlds, populated by gods, heroes and monsters. Starting from the ancient epic of Gilgamesh and the tales of King Arthur to the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm and J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan; fantasy is the longest surviving genre in the world of stories.

One of the most important aspects of writing fantasy is the creation of your world. It could be a vast land with many kingdoms like The Lord of the Rings or a world that is hidden and exists within our very own, like the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Enid Blyton wrote about worlds at the top of the Faraway tree, magical lands that could only be reached by climbing a ladder into the clouds. And C.S. Lewis’ Narnia is a childhood classic.

In order to write a fantasy novel, it is important to first have a complete idea of what your world is going to be like. There are five basic steps that can be used to build a believable and consistent world. Although your fantasy world is a creation of the mind, and can be anything that you desire it to be, there are certain rules that we must follow to make sure your world makes sense. Otherwise when you start writing your book, inconsistencies in the details of your world can lead to greater problems later on.

1. First we look at the type and setting of your world. You have to decide what kind of world you want your characters to live in. Is it a pseudo-medieval sort of world, a dystopia, or an alternate history? It could also be a modern fantasy set in our world and in the present time.

The most popular fantasy setting is usually a pseudo-medieval world, where there is a lack of technology. Riding horses, fighting with swords and encountering magic has an adventurous appeal that readers enjoy.

Medieval settings should be properly researched. But it is not necessary for the society to be based on a European medieval society. It could be Norse, Celtic, Asian or even Indian, what matters is it is well constructed and suspends belief.

Full Post on Kori Miller Writes.

Written by Farah Oomerbhoy · Categorized: The Avalonia Chronicles · Tagged: author, fantasy, fantasy novel, Farah Oomerbhoy, The Avalonia Chronicles, The Last of the Firedrakes, writing, young adult fantasy

Aug 14 2015

The Last of the Firedrakes Blog Tour

About The Book:

The Last of the Firedrakes
By: Farah Oomerbhoy
Publisher: Wise Ink Creative Publishing
Pub Date: August 15, 2015
Pages: 488
Genre: Young Adult / Fantasy

A fantastic adventure story that will transport you to a dazzling world of myth and magic.

16-year-old Aurora Darlington is an orphan. Mistreated by her adopted family and bullied at school, she dreams of running away and being free. But when she is kidnapped
and dragged through a portal into a magical world, suddenly her old life doesn’t seem so bad.


Avalonia is a dangerous land ruled by powerful mages and a cruel, selfish queen who will do anything to control all seven kingdoms—including killing anyone who stands in her way.  Thrust headlong into this new, magical world, Aurora’s arrival sets plans in motion that threaten to destroy all she holds dear.

With the help of a young fae, a magical pegasus, and a handsome mage, Aurora journeys across Avalonia to learn the truth about her past and unleash the power within herself. Kingdoms collide as a complicated web of political intrigue and ancient magic lead Aurora to unravel a shocking secret that will change her life forever.

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About The Author:

 

Farah OomerbhoyFor Farah Oomerbhoy, writing is a passion and reading her solace. She is a firm believer in the fantastic and magical, and often dreams of living in Narnia, Neverland, or the Enchanted Forest.

Farah lives with her husband and three children in their family home in Mumbai, India. She has a Master’s degree in English Literature from the University of Mumbai. 

Farah’s first novel, The Last of the Firedrakes, Book 1 of the Avalonia Chronicles will be published worldwide August 15th, 2015.

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Follow The Tour:

August 14th – Reads All The Books – Review
August 15th – Dizneeee’s World of Books – Review / Guest Post
August 15th – Melissa Martin’s Reading
List
– Review / Top 5/10 Post
August 17th – Ya Fiction Queen – Guest Post
August 17th – Christine Abee – Review
August 18th – Books, Stars, Writing. And Everything In Between – Interview
August 18th – EndlessReading – Review
August 19th – Motif by Tanya – Author Interview
August 19th – Ramblings of a Perpetual New Girl – Review / Guest Post
August 20th – Ramblings of a Perpetual New Girl – Review / Guest Post
August 21st – Book Addict – Guest Post / Author Interview
August 21st – Author of The Not So Public Library – Review / Interview
August 24th – Miranda’s Book Blog – Review / Guest Post
August 25th – BookishFever – Review
August 26th – The Reader and the Chef – Review / Top 5 or 10
August 27th – The Power of Three Readers – Promo
August 27th – Ashley Martinez – Review
August 28th – Bookish – Review
August 31st – The Renegade Zombie Reviews – Review / Author Interview
September 1st – Beauty’s Library – Review / Guest Post
September 2nd – Pixie Vixen Reviews – Character Interview 
September 3rd – Creatyvebooks – Review / Author Interview
September 4th –
September 7th – serenastone – Author Interview
September 8th –
September 9th – Read with Royella – Review 
September 10th – Reading with AngelaRenea – Review / Author Interview
September 11th – Atomic Pirate Girl’s Book Worm Booty – Review
September 11th – Triple T Tots tweens and teens – Review / Teasers
September 14th – Anything but Vanilla Book Blog – Playlist
September 14th – Rockin’ Book Reviews – Review 

Goodreads Giveaway:

Goodreads Book Giveaway

The Last of the Firedrakes by Farah Oomerbhoy

The Last of the Firedrakes

by Farah Oomerbhoy

Giveaway ends August 15, 2015.

See the giveaway details
at Goodreads.

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Tour Giveaway:

**Giveaway consists of a Kindle Fire HD 7 and a Firedrake Prize Pack. 

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Firedrake Facebook Party:

Don’t miss the 2-day Facebook Party to celebrate the release of The Last of the Firedrakes, featuring several guest authors, lots of prizes and even a few secrets. 
https://www.facebook.com/events/1005203076178206/
August 14th and August 15th 10am – 8pm Eastern Time.

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Written by Farah Oomerbhoy · Categorized: The Avalonia Chronicles · Tagged: Blog tour, Farah Oomerbhoy, The Last of the Firedrakes, young adult fantasy

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