Writing About Dragons and Shit Ep. 155: Trusting Yourself with Coral Moore
May 9, 2025
Join Coral Alejandra Moore, a talented author of fantasy and paranormal romance, as she chats about the magic of trusting yourself as a writer. Coral shares insightful experiences wrestling with self-doubt and the balance between creative freedom and market expectations. The conversation takes playful turns through nostalgic Dungeons and Dragons lore and the charm of romance literature communities. Discover how embracing imperfection in your work can lead to growth, along with tips on merging past and present narratives in storytelling.
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Trust Your Creative Instincts
- Write stories for yourself first, focusing on your own satisfaction and inspiration.
- Avoid stifling creativity by overemphasizing market trends or imposed structures early on.
Side Projects Unlock Creativity
- Starting a side project just for fun helped Treavor break through writer's block.
- Returning to main work with fresh inspiration revived his creative process.
Follow The Story's Spark
- The engine of the story lies in the initial spark where excitement and interest reside.
- Overplanning or starting with theme can stifle the storytelling flow for some writers.
