
Writing Fantasy, Part II: Dark Realms, Neon Cities & New Subgenres
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Episode · 13:11 · Dec 11, 2025
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In Part II of our Fantasy Subgenre Series, we explore the darker and more modern branches of fantasy: Dark Fantasy, Grimdark, Urban Fantasy, Contemporary/Modern Fantasy, Paranormal Fantasy, Romantasy, Progression Fantasy, LitRPG, and Gamelit.️ Overthinking Couch Topics:What defines each subgenre?Why do readers love them?How does magic, character, and structure shift across newer fantasy genres?Is your magic system essential, atmospheric, metaphorical, or structural?Writing Fantasy: Building Worlds That Breathe - Writing BreakThe Biggest Mistake Writers Make - Writing BreakFree Style Sheet TemplatesFree Writing TipsMusic licensed from Storyblocks.
13m 11s · Dec 11, 2025
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