How to Write a Fantasy Trilogy That Satisfies—Without Feeling Cliché: Four Ideas For Your Story
There’s a familiar rhythm to a lot of fantasy trilogies, and for good reason. This structure works. It’s satisfying. It echoes the deep emotional arc many of us crave in fiction: self-discovery, self-confrontation, and ultimately, the agency to embrace one’s self completely. But … it can also feel a little tired. So how do you write a trilogy that delivers the emotional payoff your reader expects without sliding into predictability? Try these 4 ideas!
How to Write a Trilogy - Part 1: Learning the First Steps
I don’t know about you, but when I invest in a character, a cast of characters, or a world, I gobble up everything written about them. And if it’s a trilogy, I’m head over heels gone. Today, let’s talk about the big-picture things you need to consider if you’re planning to write a trilogy so your readers don’t drop off halfway through. It all starts with understanding the kind of trilogy you’re writing.