hosts Eva Crowe and DJ Blokzyl bring you the latest from the Creative Coffee Cafe Discord Network. Tune in as they spotlight the incredible work of CCC member Phen Smith and his gripping novel, "The River's High Cost of Truth." Discover the dark and mysterious journey of Danny Preston as he uncovers secrets and faces tragedy, all while being drawn deep into the Appalachian wilderness.
Eva and DJ also share exciting updates from other CCC members, including Justin's TTRPG mapmaking commissions, Luna Wolf Wyoming Designs' stunning tumblers, and Aster's Mystic Bed Head's unique tiny art pieces. Don't miss the special Dripping Creativity tumbler by Luna Wolf Wyoming Designs, with 15% of sales supporting the Creative Coffee Cafe.
The episode then dives into an engaging discussion on fantasy world-building in print. Eva, an avid fantasy reader, and DJ explore what makes a fantasy world compelling, from the intricacies of population and mythology to the importance of allowing readers to use their imagination. They touch on the significance of societal structures, governing parties, and magic systems in creating immersive worlds. Eva highlights Jay Kristoff's "Empire of the Vampire" for its exceptional world-building, while DJ reflects on the classic "Lord of the Rings" trilogy and the unique apocalyptic world of the "Left Behind" series.
In their picks of the week, Eva passionately discusses Sarah J. Maas's "A Court of Thorns and Roses," praising its rich world-building and captivating characters. DJ shares his experience with the "Left Behind" series, detailing its impact and the intriguing premise of a Christian apocalyptic world.
Don't miss this episode filled with creative insights, community highlights, and a deep dive into the art of fantasy world-building.
Showcases
The River’s High Cost of Truth by Phen Smith
Amazon
https://a.co/d/bh8Ku4c
Threads and IG:
@thegrimmphensmith
Promotions
Justin @theDMsGuide is open for Map Making commissions.
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LunaWolfWYO Designs: Tumblers, mugs, and stemless wine tumblers: premade designs and custom designs
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Aster’s Tiny Art- Art for sale on Ko-Fi
https://ko-fi.com/mysticbedhead
SHOW TOPIC
Fantasy Worlds Part 1: Worlds in Print
Weekly Picks
Dj’s Pick: Left Behind
Eva’s Pick: A Court of Thorns and Roses
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Discord: @evacrowewrites
Show Written by Eva Crow & DJ Blokzyl
Edited by Chris Corvan
