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Leslye Penelope

Author of THE MONSTERS WE DEFY and other novels. Podcaster, web developer, and occasional rock climber. Powered by green tea.

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[Imaginary Worldbuilding] To Name or Not to Name… Your Chapters!

Hello Worldbuilders, Today, I wanted to share a quick worldbuilding tip that can add an extra layer of depth and intrigue to your storytelling: naming your chapters. Chapter titles are like little windows into the world you’ve created. They provide readers with additional context and information about the story world, setting the stage for what’s to come. By carefully choosing chapter names, you can immerse your readers more deeply into the world. I don’t always use them—in fact, I don’t name...

Hello Worldbuilders! Writers often find ourselves navigating the balance between worldbuilding and storytelling. One of the questions that can arise in this creative process is whether or not to name the world in which our story unfolds. What impact can naming your world have on your work? Within speculative fiction, we encounter many named worlds that have left a mark on the literary landscape. Middle Earth, created by J.R.R. Tolkien, immediately springs to mind. Its rich history and...