Writing Excuses 19.23: Tying It All Together (A Close Reading on Worldbuilding)
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Jun 9, 2024 In this podcast, the hosts discuss lessons learned from 'A Memory Called Empire' and share favorite bits. They also preview upcoming topics on character, tension, and structure in future episodes. Additionally, they explore creating audience surrogates, the role of language in worldbuilding, and a role-playing game inspired by Mexican telenovelas.
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Use Juxtaposition to Show Scale
- Use juxtaposition to effectively communicate scale in your worldbuilding.
- Contrast vast empire elements with small, familiar details to give readers a clear sense of size.
Wealth Shapes Perspective and Worries
- Wealth impacts characters' opportunities and worries beyond just money.
- Consider how wealth frames a character's worldview and what they take for granted.
Language Deepens Worldbuilding
- Language builds world culture and reveals character relationships.
- Naming schemes and unfamiliar words slow readers and deepen immersion in the world.