
The Greatest Podcast in the Multiverse Ep 51 — Should Fantasy Be Cozy? — Sarah Beth Durst
Oct 1, 2024
Sarah Beth Durst, a New York Times bestselling author with 28 fantasy novels to her name, dives into the cozy fantasy genre in a delightful chat. She shares the concept behind her latest book, The Spellshop, aiming to create narratives that feel like a warm hug. The discussion touches on character creation, the joy of low-stakes storytelling, and the importance of revisions. Durst also contrasts toxic relationships in fantasy with the coziness readers crave, exploring the emotional journeys that hope and kindness can offer.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 5min
The Journey of a Fantasy Author
04:43 • 5min
The Joy of Cozy Fantasy Writing
09:27 • 19min
Crafting Magical Connections
28:07 • 8min
The Art of Character Creation and Embracing Revisions
35:38 • 2min
Embracing Hope through Fantasy
37:14 • 3min
Toxicity vs. Coziness in Fantasy
40:27 • 4min

