How do you build a fantasy world that actually works—one readers believe in, even when you don’t explain everything?
In this episode of The Author’s Mind, I sit down with Peter Last, author of the Shadow for Hire series, to explore worldbuilding, character design, and story craft through a uniquely analytical lens. With a background in engineering and over two decades of writing experience, Peter breaks down how great stories are built from the inside out—much like a well-designed structure.
We discuss:
This is a deep, thoughtful conversation for fiction writers who care about structure, consistency, theme, and long-term craft growth—especially those working in fantasy, sci-fi, or complex story worlds.
If you want your stories to feel solid, immersive, and intentional—without info-dumping—this episode will change how you think about writing.
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Find Peter Last at : https://peterlast.com/
Grab his books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Peter-Last/author/B00L4KJJY8?ref
Grab Shilo's: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Shilo-Creed/author/B0DFV7LZ9G?ref
Shilo's other pen names:
Elysian Hunt (clean rom com's): https://www.amazon.com/stores/Elysian-Hunt/author/B0DGJ9V3TD?ref
Quinn Knightly (medieval action adventure): https://www.amazon.com/stores/Quinn-Knightly/author/B0DTJ7LSKC?ref
C.R. Fulton (middle grade chapter books): https://www.amazon.com/stores/C.-R.-Fulton/author/B01LGEO81K?ref
