Romancing the Story: Writing Romance, Storytelling, and Book Structure
Story enthusiast and romance writer Sarah Gamez explores the creative craft and pragmatic aspects of writing with niche topic discussions, inspirational pieces and industry insights. Join in on conversations with authors and experts on creating engaging stories, marketing your books, and navigating the (self) publishing world. Whether you write romance or not, there's plenty of tips to be found on storytelling, genres, and medias. Sometimes, with a twist of romance.
Romancing the Story: Writing Romance, Storytelling, and Book Structure
Ep 86 - Writing a Witchy Holiday Romance using Yule Magic and Lore with Morgan Lockhart
"...usually (writing) my central character is early for me and my central themes are early for me and everything else springs from that, and that includes the magic..."
Author and Veteran video game writer, Morgan Lockhart blends magic, game‑style lore, and emotional stakes in her writing, enough to craft character thematics and individual journeys of magic. We discuss the influence of game writing mechanics in a narrative, shout-outs to Jim Henson, and using family and traditions to address emotional and mental health in the cozy, small town holiday setting.
Connect with Morgan:
https://www.lockhartwrites.com/
Instagram: @lockhartwrites
BlueSky: @mizdoomcookie.bsky.social
Check out A Spell for Midwinter's Heart:
https://amzn.to/3WJa8QC
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Media Mentions:
Craft Tips for Writing a Magic-Filled Story with She Writes
https://shewrites.com/craft-tips-for-writing-a-magic-filled-story/
The Muppet Christmas Carol
Emmet Otter's Jug-band Christmas
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Music:
Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo