About the book
Constructing a functional system of magic that helps readers suspend disbelief is a crucial part of worldbuilding in the fantasy genres. Yet creating a believable, compelling and original fictional universe can be daunting. To help inspire writers, this guide provides an overview of how magic has been understood in history and used in myth, legend and modern fiction. Different forms of magic are explored and a broad range of stories--from Nordic myths to modern novels--are described and referenced. Discussion explores how magic as a concept shapes, and is shaped by, fictional worlds and societies.
Editions of A Worldbuilder's Guide to Magic
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781476686837
- EBook
- ISBN 9781476644882
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Constructing a functional system of magic that helps readers suspend disbelief is a crucial part of worldbuilding in the fantasy genres. Yet creating a believable, compelling and original fictional universe can be daunting. To help inspire writers, this guide provides an overview of how magic has been understood in history and used in myth, legend and modern fiction. Different forms of magic are explored and a broad range of stories--from Nordic myths to modern novels--are described and referenced. Discussion explores how magic as a concept shapes, and is shaped by, fictional worlds and societies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Worldbuilder's Guide to Magic about?
Constructing a functional system of magic that helps readers suspend disbelief is a crucial part of worldbuilding in the fantasy genres. Yet creating a believable, compelling and original fictional universe can be daunting. To help inspire writers, this guide provides an overview of how magic has been understood in history and used in myth, legend and modern fiction. Different forms of magic are explored and a broad range of stories--from Nordic myths to modern novels--are described and referenced. Discussion explores how magic as a concept shapes, and is shaped by, fictional worlds and societies.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in A Worldbuilder's Guide to Magic?
Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Hobbies, quizzes and games
Where can I read a sample of A Worldbuilder's Guide to Magic?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781476686837
How long is A Worldbuilder's Guide to Magic and how many pages does it have?
A Worldbuilder's Guide to Magic has 206 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book A Worldbuilder's Guide to Magic?
Brent A. Stypczynski
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
A Worldbuilder's Guide to Magic is available as paperback(ISBN 9781476686837) and ebook(ISBN 9781476644882)
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