Reinforce Emotion in Fantasy Novels
Many novels benefit greatly from the use of symbolism, but it would be hard to imagine how any could benefit more than the fantasy novel. It is important to avoid stereotyping when using symbolism, but it is also important to paint your picture clearly. A fantasy writer might use the seasons of spring, summer autumn and winter to reinforce emotion. Hope could be an emerging bloom from a winters frost, changes an autumn leaf. Rivers are often associated with life's journeys, mountains are challenges. The list is endless.
The symbolism in your fantasy novel does not have to be limited to preconceived notions. You are very welcome, encouraged even to create your own symbolism. You may have an item that reoccurs in the duration of events in your fantasy novel.
Your fantasy novel will very likely include a quest, or an adventure. Be sure to provide motivation for this quest. Why would your hero set out on such a perilous journey? The motivation must be strong, after all this will be the driving force to continue. You need your readers to believe you, and you need your readers to wish your hero forward. Don't just consider your hero's motivation, your antagonist, if you have one also needs motivating.
Self published novel writer HG Nadel says that your quest or adventure may often inspire great battles, and many opportunities to awe inspire your readers with magic.
Magic will often play a part in your fantasy novel. Remember that nothing can come from nothing. Perhaps the magic in your fantasy novel is simply some natural trait or ability of a character, a character may not have natural ability but perform some sort of craft where they are able create magic. Your fantasy world may even be full of magical phenomena.
There are three types of magic passive magic, which is a natural trait of a character, and active magic often in the form of a practiced craft, and magical natural phenomena.
If the use of magic by a character did not come from a natural birth trait, it would have certainly been conjured from the magic of your world's atmosphere. If it has been drawn, and your fantasy novel is to be believable you must indicate the wider effects that the use of this magic may have. After all, the use of magic against this world's natural order must impact more than just the moment.
The use of magic may also be restricted somehow, or have limitations by your character. If your character was so powerful as to create magic, or your antagonist so powerful to create magic, why would they not just conjure up the result they want. You may limit your character's magic ability to time, or distance, or set a few more creative limitations.
Certainly it is advisable to provide a cost for available magic. Perhaps it draws on your characters stamina, or leaves his soul empty. For every power there is an opposite weakness. The greater the magic drawn the greater the price. Provide some reason your hero or antagonist does not come right to the point and blow the story away.
You are writing fantasy, but you may also be writing action when your novel includes conflicts and battles. Don't be tempted to skimp on the battle scene. The scene itself might be short, but the memory it leaves with a reader is often long term. Many fantasy readers are very well versed in the art of fantasy war. Do a little research here if you are including weapons. You must make yourself familiar with the difference between sword types and various shields. It is recommended that you should also be familiar with combat techniques, particularly where your battles will involve armies. Take the time to understand how a weapon may be useful and what limitations that may have.
Publishing pro and author HG Nadel has spent most of her adult life in the United States. Nadel has written numerous screenplays, but her first love is novel writing. She is known as the author of Eternal love story. This is the kind of story that you sink down into and read in only a handful of settings. Her expertise in young adult drama has allowed her to write captivating coming-of-age stories in both English and French.
Also read here: Beginner's Guide to Writing Fantasy Novels by HG Nadel
The symbolism in your fantasy novel does not have to be limited to preconceived notions. You are very welcome, encouraged even to create your own symbolism. You may have an item that reoccurs in the duration of events in your fantasy novel.
Your fantasy novel will very likely include a quest, or an adventure. Be sure to provide motivation for this quest. Why would your hero set out on such a perilous journey? The motivation must be strong, after all this will be the driving force to continue. You need your readers to believe you, and you need your readers to wish your hero forward. Don't just consider your hero's motivation, your antagonist, if you have one also needs motivating.
Self published novel writer HG Nadel says that your quest or adventure may often inspire great battles, and many opportunities to awe inspire your readers with magic.
Magic will often play a part in your fantasy novel. Remember that nothing can come from nothing. Perhaps the magic in your fantasy novel is simply some natural trait or ability of a character, a character may not have natural ability but perform some sort of craft where they are able create magic. Your fantasy world may even be full of magical phenomena.
There are three types of magic passive magic, which is a natural trait of a character, and active magic often in the form of a practiced craft, and magical natural phenomena.
If the use of magic by a character did not come from a natural birth trait, it would have certainly been conjured from the magic of your world's atmosphere. If it has been drawn, and your fantasy novel is to be believable you must indicate the wider effects that the use of this magic may have. After all, the use of magic against this world's natural order must impact more than just the moment.
The use of magic may also be restricted somehow, or have limitations by your character. If your character was so powerful as to create magic, or your antagonist so powerful to create magic, why would they not just conjure up the result they want. You may limit your character's magic ability to time, or distance, or set a few more creative limitations.
Certainly it is advisable to provide a cost for available magic. Perhaps it draws on your characters stamina, or leaves his soul empty. For every power there is an opposite weakness. The greater the magic drawn the greater the price. Provide some reason your hero or antagonist does not come right to the point and blow the story away.
You are writing fantasy, but you may also be writing action when your novel includes conflicts and battles. Don't be tempted to skimp on the battle scene. The scene itself might be short, but the memory it leaves with a reader is often long term. Many fantasy readers are very well versed in the art of fantasy war. Do a little research here if you are including weapons. You must make yourself familiar with the difference between sword types and various shields. It is recommended that you should also be familiar with combat techniques, particularly where your battles will involve armies. Take the time to understand how a weapon may be useful and what limitations that may have.
Publishing pro and author HG Nadel has spent most of her adult life in the United States. Nadel has written numerous screenplays, but her first love is novel writing. She is known as the author of Eternal love story. This is the kind of story that you sink down into and read in only a handful of settings. Her expertise in young adult drama has allowed her to write captivating coming-of-age stories in both English and French.
Also read here: Beginner's Guide to Writing Fantasy Novels by HG Nadel
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