A mini presentation on fantasy fiction writing.

1. 8 Reasons toWrite
Fantasy Fiction
Daybreak Lit
February 2018

2. 1.
You really can
change the
world
 Share life lessons through what happens with your characters in
your amazing world.
 Your fantasy story may be a play space where you scribble with
crayons. Step back in awe when your story becomes a classroom
because it leads someone to rummage through the hidden parts
of their soul.

3. 2.
Discover the
marvelous in
upbeat,
satisfying
endings
 Forget the naysayers. Every story doesn’t have to dive into a well
of despair.
 Gladiator characters who push their way through tragedy
transform despairing stories into unforgettable tales. In an era of
cynicism, fantasy writing can celebrate the tender passions of
humanity.

4. 3.
Don’t second
guess your
choice to write
fantasy
 Since ancient times, storytelling has defined much of how humans
see life.
 Reading about the incredible, even the preposterous, deepens our
perspective about daily life.

5. 4.
See your
characters as
cultural
influencers
 You may never run for office or head a Fortune 500 company, but
your characters may revolutionize the world.
 You may hear the murmured parables from your unicorn quoted
with gusto while you’re standing in line for a cappuccino.Your
heroine may do more than inspire cosplay.The way she tackles
problems in your fantasy story may shape the mindset of a future
UX designer, lawyer, educator or business owner.

6. 5.
Test your
leadership
ideas in
fantasy stories
 How a character defeats other hungry dragons, outwits futuristic
wizards or regains control of castles and spacecraft proves their
leadership capabilities throughout every scene.
 Explore how your character achieves destiny despite otherworldly
tribulations.You’ll slay your readers with joy.

7. 6.
Use your story
to work “it”
out
 Most people have an “it.” A poor decision.A mistake.A lasting
sorrow.You rehearse and brood over it, longing to resolve it once
and for all.
 When you pour those emotions into every character, scene and
plot turn, the audience will reel with emotion, and you will purge
your own heart.

8. 7.
Learn about
your creative
cycle
 Mentors and writing experts tell us to write every day.True.
Writing regularly accelerates your writing skills.
 But creative downloads are real. Sometimes they burst into your
mind early in the morning or while you people-watch in the park.
Whenever they do, count these as bonus moments.

9. 8.
Grow into who
you are
 Until your last page, your characters will grow into their best or
worst selves.They will be loving, hateful or indifferent.
 As the author, you will change through the writing process, too.
Will you be bolder like the cook who tapped into her super
powers?Will you be the sage who emerges from the mysterious
cave?
 Never forget. Fantasy fiction woos audiences. But it also draws
out the heart and soul of the writer herself.

10. Write with us!  Learn more about writing fantasy fiction by contacting Daybreak
Lit at jhowardellis@daybreaklit.com