This week we take a deep dive into a fantastical fantasy world! Author Rachelle Nelson discusses:

*The truth behind her stories

*Lessons for teens

*Good guy vs. bad guy in fiction

*Fantasy world building

*Soft magic vs. hard magic

*The difference between being wanted and being loved. 

You won't want to miss the story behind her journey to publication, inspiration, favorite mythical creatures, and more.

Purchase Sky of Seven Colors and her newest, Embergold!

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Here are some mentioned books and resources this episode:

Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lectures

The Story Equation, Susan May Warren

Karen Hancock

Dust, Kara Swanson