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Rationally Writing

Episode 59 - Worth the Candle Postmortem

Nov 17, 2021
Discussing the challenges and decisions in creating the original serial fiction 'Worth the Candle'. Topics include pseudonymous writing, crafting a unique fantasy world, emotional origins of the story, narrative pacing and genre differentiation, navigating audience feedback, and exploring novel lives and eternity.
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Quick takeaways

  • Crafting rich character development is a key goal in 'Worth the Candle'
  • Balancing multiple magic systems and world-building is a challenge in the narrative framework

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The Origin and Scope of 'Worth the Candle'

The speaker discusses the motivation behind writing 'Worth the Candle', citing a desire to navigate personal storytelling without the constraints of expectation. The decision to use a pseudonym provided a fresh start and allowed for unrestricted creativity. The focus on crafting a rich and textured character development through a lengthy narrative is highlighted as a key goal.

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