19.19: A Close Reading on Worldbuilding: An Overview and why A Memory Called Empire
Writing Excuses
Comprehensive World Building in Writing
World building is crucial in all genres of writing, not just speculative fiction. Whether writing a novel or a short story, creating a detailed world with aspects like the setting, characters, education system, family dynamics, and community adds depth and authenticity to the narrative. While it's impossible to include every detail in the story, focusing on what is important to the characters helps establish the stakes in the world. Establishing the rules, systems, physical infrastructure, values of different social classes, and other aspects of the world contribute to meaningful world building. The first scene in a story serves as an establishing shot, providing readers with essential details to comprehend the world being presented.
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