Posts Tagged: ‘worldbuilding’

20 Minutes with Hugh Howey

February 22, 2013 Posted by Dave Robison

Hugh Howey

Hugh Howey

Hugh Howey is the author of many tales, long and short, set in diverse environments and genres. But it is his dystopian scifi tale “Wool” that has captured the imaginations of not only of thousands of fans, but also most publishing and media industries in the free world (including Hollywood). It’s all too easy to narrow your focus of an individual when one work commands such attention… and in the case of Hugh, that would be an egregious error. His life experience as well as his persistence and dedication to his craft has given Hugh a unique perspective that distinguishes his writing and the path he’s chosen to pursue it. Lauren Harris (of the Pendragon Variety Podcast) and myself took full advantage of our 20(ish) minutes with Hugh as we explore his insights and strategies on worldbuilding, his own strengths and assets, expanding a novelette into a full series, and so much more! (and you’ll want to come back for Hugh’s Workshop Episode!)

PROMO: “Walk the Fire” anthology edited by John Mierau

Showcase Episode: 20 Minutes with Hugh Howey

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20 Minutes with Matthew Wayne Selznick

January 4, 2013 Posted by Dave Robison

Matthew Wayne Selznick

Matthew Wayne Selznick

Matthew Wayne Selznick is a storyteller in every sense of the word.  He has applied the principles of story and narrative since he was a small boy, evolving epic story arcs in the sweeping battles between his vast toy collection. He continues his explorations of expression in all his pursuits as a musician, a social media marketer and (of course) as an author. Ryan Stevenson and I thoroughly enjoyed this 20(ish) minutes with Matt, delving into many of the topics near and dear to his heart, such as the process and application of worldbuilding, the qualities of good story telling, and so much more. Writerly goodness abounds, dear friends… hit that PLAY button and enjoy! (and you gotta make a return trip to catch Matt’s Workshop Episode!)

PROMO:Walk the Fireedited by John Mierau

Showcase Episode: 20 Minutes with Matthew Wayne Selznick

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20 Minutes with P. G. Holyfield

April 13, 2012 Posted by Dave Robison

Literary Alchemist: P.G. Holyfield

P.G. Holyfield

P.G. Holyfield is a walker of many worlds.  Author and podcaster (http://www.pgholyfield.com), blogger and web architect (http://specficmedia.com/), his experience spans across most conventional media (and some unconventional ones), so we were delighted when he agreed to join us at the Roundtable for a chat.  The topics of discussion for this showcase include worldbuilding, the relationship between plot and character, and the pitfalls of editing while you’re still writing.  (and don’t miss P.G.’s Workshop Episode airing April 17th)

 

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Showcase Episode: 20 Minutes with P. G. Holyfield

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