Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Drafting Stage: Warlock Fantasy Novel

I'm in the process of writing a new fantasy novel featuring a female warlock protagonist. My leading lady is a puppeteer who's lost some fingers in a mysterious incident involving the hollow of an oak tree. This book promises demons, blurred hero-anti-hero lines, and a dash of romance in what I hope to be a funny, whimsical tale of adventure.

I've mapped out beats, though these are sure to change as the characters have a way of pushing their own agendas. I learn about the characters' motives and worldviews through the process of writing, but the beats help move me along (less meandering!)