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This episode explains how to improve your fantasy writing using proven techniques for character development, worldbuilding, and the writing process, based on insights from bestselling author RJ Barker. You’ll learn how to create deeper characters, build immersive fantasy worlds, develop your unique writing voice, and overcome common creative challenges. Ideal for fantasy writers who want to strengthen their storytelling and write more compelling, publishable fiction.
What can writers learn from one of the most distinctive voices in modern fantasy?
In this episode, I’m joined by RJ Barker, author of the Wounded Kingdom and Tide Child trilogies, to explore his approach to storytelling and the fantasy writing process.
We dive into both craft and mindset, including:
This is an in-depth, honest conversation packed with insights from a top-tier fantasy author.
If you want to strengthen your storytelling and better understand the fantasy writing process, this episode offers clear, actionable guidance you can apply straight away.
ABOUT RJ BARKER
Website: https://www.rjbarker.com/
BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/rjbarker.bsky.social
Books: https://store.orbit-books.co.uk/collections/author-rj-barker
JOIN OUR WRITING COMMUNITY
https://www.patreon.com/TheFantasyWritersToolshed
LEARN MORE ABOUT FANTASY WRITING
To join our writing community, access exclusive interviews, discussions, fantasy writing classes, books and more, head over to our Patreon page - https://www.patreon.com/TheFantasyWritersToolshed
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This episode explains how to improve your fantasy writing using proven techniques for character development, worldbuilding, and the writing process, based on insights from bestselling author RJ Barker. You’ll learn how to create deeper characters, build immersive fantasy worlds, develop your unique writing voice, and overcome common creative challenges. Ideal for fantasy writers who want to strengthen their storytelling and write more compelling, publishable fiction.
What can writers learn from one of the most distinctive voices in modern fantasy?
In this episode, I’m joined by RJ Barker, author of the Wounded Kingdom and Tide Child trilogies, to explore his approach to storytelling and the fantasy writing process.
We dive into both craft and mindset, including:
This is an in-depth, honest conversation packed with insights from a top-tier fantasy author.
If you want to strengthen your storytelling and better understand the fantasy writing process, this episode offers clear, actionable guidance you can apply straight away.
ABOUT RJ BARKER
Website: https://www.rjbarker.com/
BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/rjbarker.bsky.social
Books: https://store.orbit-books.co.uk/collections/author-rj-barker
JOIN OUR WRITING COMMUNITY
https://www.patreon.com/TheFantasyWritersToolshed
LEARN MORE ABOUT FANTASY WRITING
To join our writing community, access exclusive interviews, discussions, fantasy writing classes, books and more, head over to our Patreon page - https://www.patreon.com/TheFantasyWritersToolshed

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