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Fix Plot Holes in Fantasy Magic Systems (Editor Tips)
Complex magic systems are thrilling yet tricky – they demand clear rules, believable costs, and unwavering consistency to avoid plot holes that pull readers out. In this post, we’ll unpack what editors scrutinize to fix plot holes in fantasy magic systems, especially for first-time authors weaving intricate worlds. Hard vs. Soft Magic: Know Your Rules…
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Fantasy Prologue: Why Skip Them + Strong Alternatives
Fantasy prologue hot take: your fantasy novel might not need that prologue. Controversial? Maybe! But it opens up an important conversation about how to enter your story in ways that hook readers without overwhelming them with lore or slowing the pace. Common Fantasy Prologue Pitfalls As an editor, I see many prologues used as “lore…
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Self-Editing Fantasy, Memoir & Thriller: Genre Specific Examples
Self-editing shifts by genre – a fantasy writer tracks worldbuilding for consistency, while a memoirist hones emotional clarity and boundaries, and a thriller author builds suspense without leaks. Here are examples for self-editing fantasy, memoir, & thriller to spot in your pages. Fantasy: Continuity & Info Dumps In a fantasy draft, a dragon’s scale color…
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Fantasy Worldbuilding Blueprint: Avoid These 5 Mistakes
Fantasy Worldbuilding Blueprint: Avoid These 5 Mistakes Writers: if your fantasy worldbuilding has turned into a lore avalanche, your readers might be quietly backing away. Worldbuilding is one of the joys of fantasy, but it’s also one of the easiest places to lose your reader’s attention. When a draft lands in the inbox packed with…
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What Makes a Fantasy Novel
