The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed How To Write Grimdark With Anna Smith Spark
In this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by the Queen of Grimdark, Anna Smith Spark!
Anna joins me for a deep dive into all things writing. We look at Anna’s process, how she wrote her brilliant books, A Court of Broken Knives, A Woman Of The Sword, and A Sword Of Bronze and Ashes, and how she approaches pantsing.
Anna also shares her fantastic wisdom on Grimdark, explaining what it is and what the key features are for writers.
We also discuss character creation, worldbuilding, and dealing with writing challenges. You’re bound to learn something new!
JOIN OUR DISCORD COMMUNITY
https://mailchi.mp/395aa89d6ec0/join-richie-billings-community-of-writers
ABOUT ANNA SMITH SPARK
https://britishfantasysociety.org/meet-anna-smith-spark/
https://www.instagram.com/annasmithspark/
https://www.facebook.com/queenofgrimdark/
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15935255.Anna_Smith_Spark
GET A SWORD OF BRONZE AND ASHES
https://www.flametreepublishing.com/a-sword-of-bronze-and-ashes-isbn-9781787588400.html
GET IN TOUCH
thefantasywriterstoolshed@gmail.com
RESOURCES
Discover more writing tips and guides here - https://richiebilling.com/writing-tips/
And learn more about writing fantasy here - https://richiebilling.com/fantasy-writing/