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Just In Time WorldbuildingHero or Anti-Hero? Why not both!Send us a textThe paladin and the anti-hero are both male trope staples, but falling into a cliche trap can be way too easy. Let's talk about their pitfalls, strengths and an example of each that has been done VERY well. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage m...
2025-11-1127 min
Worldbuilding Blueprints5 Lore Driven Steps to Design a Believable Fantasy CitySend us a textIn this episode of Worldbuilding Blueprints Season 2, we'll discuss fantasy city layouts, the impact of the environment, fantasy species, infrastructure and lore!KICKSTARTER: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctNewsletter: https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterMy website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinBuy the Worksheets: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworlds/shop/worldbuildingforms
2025-11-0821 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to Write Compelling Male Mentor Characters!Send us a textThe Male Mentor who pegs in the first half of the story has a whole page to itself on TV Tropes with more examples than you can shake a stick at. Can you still use the trope in your story? Or has it become too tired? How do you keep it fresh? Let's take a look at the mentor trope, when to use it and how you can subvert it. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the n...
2025-11-0417 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow Tiered Magic Shapes Your Fantasy Civilization!Send us a textLet's talk about tiered magic systems and the impact they have on the societies in which they arise! Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-10-2828 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingThe REAL Reason Fantasy Games and Books Use FeudalismSend us a textWhy do we see feudalism so often in fantasy? What actually is feudalism? Would we really revert to feudalism in space? Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-10-2123 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingSpy, Matriarch, Witch... How to Avoid the Cliches of Using Female Tropes!Send us a textFemale characters can be hard to get right. Let's talk about 3 staples of the fantasy genre: The Spy, the Matriarch and the Witch or Mystic - Their pitfalls, strengths and an example of each that has been done VERY well. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/join
2025-10-1429 min
Worldbuilding Blueprints5 SIMPLE Tricks to INSTANTLY Improve Your City's BACKSTORYSend us a textWelcome to season 2 of Worldbuilding Blueprints where we'll be discussing worldbuilding towns and cities! In this episode, we'll cover how to create your city's core layout and history! KICKSTARTER: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctNewsletter: https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterMy website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinBuy the Worksheets: https://ko-fi.c...
2025-10-1036 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingBadass or Cliché? Writing Female Warriors and Manipulators That WorkSend us a textFemale characters can be hard to get right. Let's talk about 2 staples of the fantasy genre: The Badass Warrior and the Femme Fatale - Their pitfalls, strengths and an example of each that has been done VERY well. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage m...
2025-10-0717 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 Political Strategies to Survive a Mad King's Reign!Send us a textLet's talk about mad monarchs and how to survive in their courts with these 5 strategies! Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-09-3024 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 Mistakes writers make when ending an immortal storylineSend us a textLet's talk about how to bring an immortal storyline to a close and 5 pitfalls that even great storytellers sometimes fall prey to! Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/R...
2025-09-2323 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 Mistake to Avoid in Creating Fantasy Species!Send us a textToday we close out the species creation series with 5 mistakes I hate to see when people create fantasy species! Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-09-1624 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 Ways to Create Transformed Creatures in Fantasy!Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about transformation of people into creatures, monsters, higher beings, and undead. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-09-0924 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding3 Ways to Uplift Animals in Fantasy WorldbuildingSend us a textIn this episode, we delve into using upliftment to create fantasy species. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-09-0222 min
Worldbuilding Blueprints3 Ways to Pick Great Locations for Your Fantasy Cities!Send us a textWelcome to season 2 of Worldbuilding Blueprints where we'll be discussing worldbuilding towns and cities! In this first episode, we'll cover city locations, why they matter and how they affect the lifetime of your city. KICKSTARTER: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctMy website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinBuy the Worksheets: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworlds/s...
2025-08-3030 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to worldbuild created life in 3 easy steps!Send us a textIn this episode, we delve into created life! We'll cover everything from golems to Hal 9000 and discuss how you can create your own artificial life!Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord...
2025-08-2622 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingSuperman 2025: The Power of a Steadfast Hero!Send us a textSuperman 2025 was a masterclass in having a great villain opposed by a true hero and the FANTASTIC story you can tell with a steadfast character arc.Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via...
2025-08-1912 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to actually tame a dragon!Send us a textIn this episode, we explore domestication for plants and animals and fantasy beasties! From the Fs for animals and the Ps for plants, we'll discuss what trait fauna and flora needs and how to adapt it to your world. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinE...
2025-08-1226 min
Worldbuilding Blueprints4 Ways to Build Richer Economies in Fantasy WorldsSend us a textWelcome to my blueprint for the creation global trad networks and resilience in fantasy world building!KICKSTARTER: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctEconomics Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqKDOOvbVI-o1DESDUyaZNoOWtR09sBaGMy website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinBuy the Worksheets: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworlds/shop/worldbuildingforms
2025-08-0940 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingCan We REALLY Achieve Harmony with Other Species?Send us a textIn this episode, we explore four models for multi-species diplomacy in fantasy worldbuilding. Then we'll see those models in action by doing a deep dive into the world of Malazan: Book of the Fallen by Steven Erikson.Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my...
2025-08-0552 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingWhat cultural evolution means for YOUR Worldbuilding!Send us a textIn this episode, we explore how cultures evolve alongside biological evolution and how you can use studies from our world to make your fantasy world building richer. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect v...
2025-07-2923 minJust In Time WorldbuildingWhat Mythic Logic REALLY Means for YOUR Fantasy WorldSend us a textWelcome to the first episode in the new series on creating non-earth creatures, plants, and other beasties! In this episode we discuss why you should include fantastical species in your world building. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi...
2025-07-2234 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingEvolution in Fantasy Worldbuilding Explained SimplySend us a textHow to use evolution to create fantastical creatures of all shapes and sizes. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-07-1533 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingWhy You Need More Fantasy In Your World!Send us a textWelcome to the first episode in the new series on creating non-earth creatures, plants, and other beasties! In this episode we discuss why you should include fantastical species in your world building. Worldbuilding Blueprints Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.c...
2025-07-0827 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsDragons & Capitalism: Build YOUR Fantasy Economy!Send us a textKICKSTARTER: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctWelcome to my blueprint for the creation an economy in fantasy worldbuilding! In this video we'll talk about macroeconomic frameworks and microeconomic institutionsEconomics Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqKDOOvbVI-o1DESDUyaZNoOWtR09sBaGMy website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinBuy the Worksheets: https...
2025-07-0539 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingWeird Facts About Cold Deserts You Never Knew!Send us a textLets talk about worldbuilding cold deserts for fantasy worlds! I wrote a worldbuilding book! Check out the Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/starvingwriterstudio/worldbuilding-blueprint-volume-i?ref=4k2pctSignup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-07-0126 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to Write Political Intrigue in Fantasy!Send us a textLet's discuss how to write political intrigue in fantasy books by looking at examples like the A Song of Ice and Fire and Shadows of the Apt. Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-06-2430 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingIndus vs Nile vs Yellow River vs Amazon River Basin Explained!Send us a textLets talk about river basins and the civilizations they create and how you can use them in your fantasy world! Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-06-1636 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingMyth Creation Explained Simply!Send us a textLets talk about Jungian Archetypes, the 6 layers of mythic storytelling and how to make myths that resonate with the cultures you create!Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-06-0933 min
Power-Up With The Spellbinding Full Audiobook Now, Knowledge Hunters!The Keeper of the Gate by Marie M. MullanyPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/77624to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Keeper of the Gate
Series: Sangwheel Chronicles, Book 4
Author: Marie M. Mullany
Narrator: Marie M. Mullany
Format: mp3
Length: 20 hrs and 12 mins
Release date: 06-04-25
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 1 rating
Genres: Action & Adventure
Publisher's Summary:
The Blood Gate quakes under the strain of unleashed power, threatening to unravel the very fabric of Lumiaron. Helewys, the ambitious usurper of the Imperial Sash, rallies her forces for a final, decisive confrontation with Alund’s defiant armies. Across blood-soaked battlefields, the clash of swords is matched by dueling sang sorcellerie as...
2025-06-048h 12
Just In Time WorldbuildingWhy do cities in certain locations thrive?Send us a textLet's talk fantasy maps and where it makes sense for you to put your cities!My thanks to @iammrbeat for a very good video on why USA cities started. Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-06-0319 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 Ways to Create Fantasy Religions using Real World MythosSend us a textLearn how to create fantasy religions using real world mythos with these 5 techniques. Perfect for writers inspired by authors like Katherine Kerr, Tad Williams, George RR Martin, and Tolkien. Start world building now!Featured art by @poppiiseedss And you can find her on TikTok :) (https://www.tiktok.com/@poppiiseedss )Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world b...
2025-05-2733 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingI wrote 500K words. Here's what I learned about storytelling.Send us a textI wrote and published half a million words! In this video, I take you for a walk in the Finnish forest and share the lessons I wish I'd known when I started writing. Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-05-1925 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 Secrets to Make a Fantasy Town Unique!Send us a textIt's all to easy for a fantasy town to simply feel like any other fantasy town. Don't fall into that trap. Join me on a walk in the Finnish forest and let's talk about how to add some flourishes to your towns to make them distinct! Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/j...
2025-05-1321 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingFrom Tectonics to Tolkien: Write Better MountainsSend us a textMountains are an amazing story device. They create towering world building blocks, they can be magic, they can even be alive. Let's check out how they're formed and how you can use them! Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-05-0631 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsHow Does Money Work in Fantasy Worlds?Send us a textWelcome to my blueprint for the creation an economy in fantasy worldbuilding! In this video we'll talk about defining the three big Ms: Money, Marketplaces and ManufacturingEpic Blog Post: https://www.mariemullany.com/post/creating-denominations-in-a-currencyEconomics Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqKDOOvbVI-o1DESDUyaZNoOWtR09sBaGMy website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinBuy the Worksheets...
2025-05-0325 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingWrite Lore Without Boring Your Reader!Send us a textAnd finally we come to where the metal hits the road. How do you actually write lore in a way that is engaging for the reader? Here are 6 strategies to use! Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-04-2937 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to make lore matter in your fantasy story!Send us a textWe've discussed why ancient lore matters and how to build it, now let's talk about how to use in a way that impacts your story. Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqbWounded Knee: Wounded Knee Massacre | South Da...
2025-04-2218 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingAncient Lore Creation: World build like J.R.R. TolkienSend us a textThere are 2 very different ways to world build for fantasy (well, really, there's a lot, but there's 2 umbrellas anyway). On the one had, you have Tolkien and the fantastical. On the other, you have Martin and the historical. Let's explore Tolkien's method of world building and how to use a mythological framework to build your ancient lore. Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the C...
2025-04-1525 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingAncient Lore Creation: World build like George R.R. MartinSend us a textThere are 2 very different ways to world build for fantasy (well, really, there's a lot, but there's 2 umbrellas anyway). On the one had, you have Tolkien and the fantastical. On the other, you have Martin and the historical. Let's explore Martin's method of world building and how to use real world history to create ancient lore for you world. Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJ...
2025-04-0835 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsWorldbuilding Economics: Create the Core of Your Fantasy EconomySend us a textWelcome to my blueprint for the creation an economy in fantasy worldbuilding! In this video we'll talk about defining the economic core: steering mechanisms, wealth, and disposal rights!My website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinBuy the Worksheets: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworlds/shop/worldbuildingformsSupport the show
2025-04-0522 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding4 Steps to Write EPIC Ancient Lore in Fantasy!Send us a textHow do you actually build ancient lore? Do you start from the past and build into the future? Or start from the future and build into the past? Let's talk about fantasy worldbuilding! Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect v...
2025-04-0122 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingWhy you need to build ANCIENT LORE for your Fantasy World!Send us a textLets talk about ancient lore and why you need it. Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-03-2517 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingOne Trick To Create Compelling CharactersSend us a textLets talk about how to create characters that are compelling, characters that speak to readers, characters that drive the story and the theme. Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-03-1821 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingCrafting AMAZING Character Driven Subplots EasilySend us a textLets talk about subplots! Why do they matter and how do you create a subplot that makes your story POP!Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-03-1123 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingThe Hero’s Journey & 6 other ways to weave a fantasy plot!Send us a textLets talk about basic plot ideas, starting with the familiar hero's journey and moving on from there to Ursula K. Le Guinn's Carrier Bag Theory of Fiction.Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-03-0419 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsCreate Awesome Religions in Fantasy Worldbuilding!Send us a textWelcome to my blueprint for the creation and writing of religions in fantasy worldbuilding! This video will take you through everything from religious ceremony and rituals to church hierarchy and conflict with external groups. My website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinBuy the Worksheets: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworlds/shop/worldbuildingformsSupport the show
2025-03-0144 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingEmpires Collapse, But Can You Build a LASTING Successor State?Send us a textDiscover how the collapse of mighty empires like Rome and Han China birthed fascinating hybrid cultures that would shape history forever. This captivating episode explores the delicate balance between preserving imperial legacies and forging new identities in successor states.The Empire form: https://forms.gle/VXnyyD84juv7Przo8Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0...
2025-02-2521 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingWhy Declining Empires are the MOST Captivating!Send us a textDiscover how empires crumble not with a bang but through a fascinating cascade of interconnected failures. This episode delves deep into the anatomy of imperial collapse, drawing compelling parallels between the Roman Empire's gradual unraveling and fictional realms like Tolkien's Númenor. The Empire form: https://forms.gle/VXnyyD84juv7Przo8Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.c...
2025-02-1822 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingGolden Ages are the SECRET to Building Fantasy Empires!Send us a textEmpires have life cycles and often the most admired period is the Golden Age, but why is this also the best time to use for a fantasy empire? Let's explore the golden age of empires together! The Empire form: https://forms.gle/VXnyyD84juv7Przo8Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q...
2025-02-1126 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingThe Secret to Social Cohesion in Fantasy Worldbuilding!Send us a textWhat is social cohesion and why does it matter in cultural world building?The Empire form: https://forms.gle/VXnyyD84juv7Przo8Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-02-0424 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsCreate EPIC Gods for Fantasy WorldbuildingSend us a textWelcome to my blueprint for the creation and writing of divinities in fantasy worldbuilding!My website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinBuy the Worksheets: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworlds/shop/worldbuildingformsSupport the show
2025-02-0136 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to Create a Believable Fantasy Empire (Worldbuilding Tips)Send us a textLearn how to create a believable fantasy empire with these worldbuilding tips. From the pioneering phase to the conquest phase, we'll show you how to bring your empire to life!The Empire form: https://forms.gle/VXnyyD84juv7Przo8Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building...
2025-01-2829 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingThe Rise and Fall of Empires in Fantasy WorldbuildingSend us a textLet's explore the life cycle of empires and how that affects a fantasy world writer! The Empire form: https://forms.gle/VXnyyD84juv7Przo8Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-01-2120 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingThis world building model COMPLETELY changed my PLOTSend us a textI applied my 7 cultures model to my world building... and discovered a whole new plot! Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2025-01-1422 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingRevolutionize Your Novel Outlining with STORY CIRCLESSend us a textLearn how to revolutionize your novel outlining with story circles, a unique method that takes the best of the hero's journey and focuses on character growth. Say goodbye to writer's block and hello to a structured, compelling story!Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletterSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi...
2025-01-0725 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsCREATE EPIC Fantasy Worlds with Rich Identities and Religions!Send us a textWelcome to my blueprint for the creation and writing of identities for fantasy world building!My website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinSupport the show
2025-01-0422 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingWorld building Fantasy Calendars Made Easy!Send us a textLet's explore the creation of custom calendars for your fantasy world! Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-12-3134 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow Lost Rituals Shape Cultures (and Your Fantasy Worlds!)Send us a textWhy do you feel lonely and do characters in your world also feel lonely?Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-12-2420 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingWhy Your Elite Warriors Are Doomed: The Power Shift Explained!Send us a textTechnological changes can have a dramatic effect on war, politics and culture. Let's explore how you can build lore for your world using changes in magic and technology. Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-12-1720 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 Strategies to Give Your Worldbuilding Instant Depth!Send us a textDeep lore can be hard to build, but it doesn't have to be. Here are 5 tricks to fake your way to deep fantasy worldbuilding! Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-12-1021 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsWorld Build Better Cultures with the 7 Circle Framework!Send us a textWelcome to my blueprint for the creation and writing of cultures for fantasy world building!My website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinSupport the show
2024-12-0723 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingElevate Your Worldbuilding: Create DEEP LORE through Language!Send us a textLet's explore building deep lore through the creation of fantasy terms, languages and expressions.Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-12-0323 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingMastering Deep Lore: Transform Your Fantasy World’s HistorySend us a textLet's explore building deep lore through the creation of inflection points, moments where everything about a fantasy culture changes! Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-11-2625 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingMastering Worldbuilding: When to Go Deep with Your LoreSend us a textWhat is deep lore and when should you use it in writing your story? What is shallow lore and when is it good enough? Let's explore building lore! Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-11-1921 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding4 Essential Elements to Consider When Creating Your Fantasy SkySend us a textFrom eclipse to northern lights to super nova, celestial events offer a rich mine for world building magic, prophecy and calendars. Let's take a look.Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-11-1218 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 steps to create an epic manipulative villain!Send us a textRings of Power Season 2 had an amazing arc for Annatar and Celebrimbor. By analyzing that arc, we can learn a lot about writing a great gaslighting villain. Let's take a look! Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-11-0518 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingFantasy Worldbuilding: How to contain the RESTLESS DEADSend us a textIt's spooky season! Does your world have ghosts? How do people contain the undead in your cultures? Let's explore some real world strategies and fantasy applications. Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-10-2919 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding9 Must-Know Geography Facts for Fantasy MapsSend us a textSo you're about to draw a map. What geographical features do you REALLY need to know? Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-10-2235 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingFrom Hero to Villain: Craft a Compelling Character ArcSend us a textHow to write a great hero to villain falling arcSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-10-1527 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsGive your Fantasy Cultures a Major Arts Upgrade!Send us a textJoin Marie in discussing how to build arts, sport and games into world buildingMy website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinSupport the show
2024-10-1225 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingCreate Scenes that Hook Readers - Anatomy of a Must ReadSend us a textHow long should a chapter be? What should go into it? How do write scene after scene that keeps a reader reading? Let's dive in into story construction! Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-10-0823 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 Benefits of Good vs Evil: Why Binary Narratives Create Great StoriesSend us a textBinary narratives, stories of good vs evil, can resonate deeply with readers. What are the main advantages of using this kind of narrative device? Let's take a look at 5 advantages of using good vs evilSupport the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-10-0132 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to Write an Immortal Character without Screwing UpSend us a textSometimes, immortals can get out of hand. They can create issues that are hard to deal with a story. Let's talk about ways to deal with those pitfalls. Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-09-2417 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to create a custom measurement system in fantasy writing!Send us a textShould you create a custom measurement system? What benefit does it offer you as a world builder? And how do you go about it? Support the Channel:Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitwBuy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-09-1727 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsHow to Build Fantasy Governments: Creating Conflict and Depth through WorldbuildingSend us a textJoin Marie in discussing how to create governmentsMy website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinSupport the show
2024-09-1431 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingWhy YOU should use IMMORTALS in a fantasy world!Send us a textImmortals get a bad rap, but honestly they can be very useful indeed to a fantasy writer. Check out the all the themes they unlock and all the plot potential they offer! Support the Channel: Affiliate link for Sudowrite: https://tinyurl.com/sudowrite-jitw Buy my books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsConnect via Discord: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-09-1024 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to use manipulative characters for great storytelling!Send us a textManipulative characters can contribute to your plot in amazing ways. But how do you create them and what role can they actually play in your plot? Join the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinMy books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsJoin the Conversation: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-09-0325 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingAsimov vs Avatar: The power of sentient worlds and how to build themSend us a textSentient worlds can be amazing. Let's take a look at how to build and how you can use them in your story! Join the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinMy books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsJoin the Conversation: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-08-2719 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingFantasy Worldbuilding: Create the cultures your story needs!Send us a textCulture builds characters, but who builds cultures and how can the fantasy world build ensure they're building the right cultures to support their characters' arcs. Join the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinMy books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsJoin the Conversation: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-08-2023 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 Pitfalls of Writing Political Fantasy and how to fix themSend us a textPolitical fantasy is a complicated genre. Avoid these 5 common pitfalls in crafting your fantasy plots and learn how to create a compelling and realistic political world in your fantasy story.Join the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinMy books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsJoin the Conversation: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-08-1434 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to create political fantasy using history and myths!Send us a textDo you want to create a world that's rife with intrigue? A story that ebbs and flows with the beats of politics? Join me and let's mine the Merovingian history for myth, lore, plot, and characters!Join the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinMy books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsJoin the Conversation: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-08-0633 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsUnleash the power of symbols in cultural world building!Send us a textJoin Marie in discussing how to create a cultural symbolsMy website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinReferenced Videos:Using currencies in plots: https://youtu.be/Yo4WsyZ_ESACreate better currencies: https://youtu.be/WQPxQ_lVr-cHeroic Myths: https://youtu.be/kWWDnGEzaeMCreation Myths: https://youtu.be/RUdpa9S7UHcGeneral Myths: https://youtu...
2024-08-0232 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingHow to use gambling and boardgames in fantasy writing and worldbuildingSend us a textJoin the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinMy books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworldsJoin the Conversation: https://discord.gg/RMVagJDuqb
2024-08-0212 min
Just In Time Worldbuilding5 Ways to spice up your magic system using the natural world!Send us a textNature is a potent force in our world. In a fantasy world, it can be even more. It can fuel your magic, provided familiars, and be used to create amazing items. Let's explore nature magic together. Join the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinMy books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworlds#justintimeworlds #mariemullany #worldbuilding #fantasy #fantasyworldbuilding #magicsystem #naturemagic #nature
2024-07-3019 min
Just In Time WorldbuildingElevate Your Story by including the Performing Arts in Fantasy Worldbuilding!Send us a textNature is a potent force in our world. In a fantasy world, it can be even more. It can fuel your magic, provided familiars, and be used to create amazing items. Let's explore nature magic together. Join the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinMy books: https://www.mariemullany.com/booksEngage my world building services: https://ko-fi.com/justintimeworlds#justintimeworlds #mariemullany #worldbuilding #fantasy #fantasyworldbuilding #magicsystem #naturemagic #nature
2024-07-2911 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsThe Hidden Rules of Fantasy Culture Worldbuilding!Send us a textJoin Marie in discussing how to create a cultural framework, ideology and norms.My website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinSupport the show
2024-07-0522 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsTransform Your Storytelling: A Day in the Life of Your CharactersSend us a textJoin Marie in discussing how magic and technology affect the daily lives of your characters.Link to the tech calculator: Tech Calculator | Marie MullanyMy website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinSupport the show
2024-06-0835 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsWeaving the Family: Kinship, Alliances, and Mobility in Fantasy CulturesSend us a textJoin Marie in discussing kinship structures, marriage, family alliances and social mobility in fantasy culture world building! My website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinSupport the show
2024-05-1124 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsHierarchy and Culture in Worldbuilding: Beyond the Crown and the CommonerSend us a textGet the "How to Create Geography" Chapter here: https://ko-fi.com/s/9cb569bddfJoin Marie in discussing how to build cultures by starting with the status and hierarchy that defines the cultures. My website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinSupport the show
2024-04-1321 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsCraft worlds filled with wonder!Send us a textIn Episode 3 of "Worldbuilding Blueprints" we go beyond the creation of a magic system and plunge headlong into putting the wonder in fantasy worlds by creating fauna, flora, minerals, places and even weather!My website: World Building | Marie Mullany WritingMy Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marie-Mullany/author/B099QJMV6CJoin the YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvBH0EkwuHsQ9ryHHQNi2Q/joinSupport the show
2024-03-0916 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsCrafting a Fantasy World: Creating a great magic system!Send us a textThe worksheet for this episode (free!): https://ko-fi.com/s/38fa08728cDive into Episode 2 of "Worldbuilding Blueprints" with me, Marie Mullany from Just in Time Worlds, as we explore the art of crafting magic systems in harmony with culture. This episode challenges the traditional approach to fantasy world-building, advocating for the integration of magic and culture from the outset. Discover how to create a magic system that enriches your narrative, aligns with your story's core theme, and goes beyond mere spectacle. From examining the purpose of magic in storytelling to...
2024-02-1020 min
Worldbuilding BlueprintsWorldbuilding made easy: Taking the first stepSend us a textEmbark on a journey through the intricate art of worldbuilding with Marie Mullany. This episode kickstarts your world and plot, guiding you from nebulous idea to the solid ground of story and setting. In this episode, we unveil the secrets to defining the 'north star' of your narrative—ensuring your creations resonate with coherence and depth. Whether you're penning a novel or designing an epic game campaign, this podcast equips you with practical tools and insights to avoid the common pitfalls of worldbuilders' disease. Tune in and take that crucial first step towards co...
2024-01-1322 min
Releasing your inner dragonA look behind the curtainSend us a textDrake and Marie talk about Marie and Drake Join us as we discuss how we spend our days, what we do for inspiration and how we get better at the craft of writing.Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)comDrake's Contact Details:Starving Writer Studio: https://www.starvingwriterstudio.com/Drake-U: https://class.drakeu.com/ - Use RYID25 for 25% off!Snurs: https://a.co/d/670MElYMarie's contact details:Website: https://www.mariemullany.com/Amazon Profile: https://www.amazon.com/Ma...
2022-10-0552 minReleasing your inner dragonSet it up. Pay it off.Send us a textDrake and Marie explore how to set up or sign post events and pay off that sign post in such a way that your readers are left feeling fulfilled. Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)comMusic by Ivan Dutch: https://ivanduch.com/songs/Drake's Contact Details:Read the Genesis Sage: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B09JN5294GWebsite: www.MaxwellAlexanderDrake.comFiend Folly: http://www.FiendFolly.comAmazon Author Profile: https://www.amazon.com/Maxwell-Alexander-Drake/e/B006QP41O4
2021-11-1852 minReleasing your inner dragonComplications vs ComplexitySend us a textMarie and Drake explore how to apply the computer science single responsibility principle to prose. How to structure your sentences, paragraphs, scenes and story cohesively so that your story has complications (good), but not complexity (not so great).Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)comMusic by Ivan Dutch: https://ivanduch.com/songs/Drake's Contact Details:Read the Genesis Sage: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B09JN5294GWebsite: www.MaxwellAlexanderDrake.comFiend Folly: http://www.FiendFolly.comAmazon Author Profile...
2021-11-1146 minReleasing your inner dragonHow to avoid deus ex politicsSend us a textDrake and Marie explore complex cultural structures, writing politics (fantasy not real) and how to use politics (and other cultural elements) to create and overcome conflict.Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)comMusic by Ivan Dutch: https://ivanduch.com/songs/Drake's Contact Details:Read the Genesis Sage: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B09JN5294GWebsite: www.MaxwellAlexanderDrake.comFiend Folly: http://www.FiendFolly.comAmazon Author Profile: https://www.amazon.com/Maxwell-Alexander-Drake/e/B006QP41O4Drake's creative...
2021-11-0434 minReleasing your inner dragonFantastical Races and how to write themSend us a textHow to describe fantastical races without falling into "everything through a human lens" trap. The damage caused to your theme by jamming in an agenda that doesn't fit. The importance of respecting the cultures you draw from. Join Drake and Marie for a discussion on races and species in fantasy writing.Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)comMusic by Ivan Dutch: https://ivanduch.com/songs/Drake's Contact Details:Read the Genesis Sage: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B09JN5294GWebsite: www...
2021-10-2856 minReleasing your inner dragonMentors & MotivationsSend us a textJoin Drake & Marie as they discuss how and why to use mentors and other secondary characters, how to make them believable, how to make the reader care and the critical consideration that should be given to the motivations of secondary characters.Give us feedback at releasingyourinnerdragon(at)gmail(dot)comMusic by Ivan Dutch: https://ivanduch.com/songs/Drake's Contact Details:Read the Genesis Sage: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B09JN5294GWebsite: www.MaxwellAlexanderDrake.comFiend Folly: http://www.FiendFolly.com...
2021-10-2129 min