"Keeping it Real..." by Crystal Jordan

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[anonymous]

I think people who have history degrees are usually good at world-building because they've had to do exactly what you said-analyze different cultures and work out why they were successful, what made them tick, and why they eventually fall. All good skills-of course, I have a degree in history as well so I would say that :) Kate Pearce x

[crystaljordan]

I didn't know that, Kate! History nerds, unite! :-)

[anonymous]

See, this is why I won’t attempt paranormal. I'm so not as clever as Crystal. Awesome article. Printing and saving. And buying your book.

~Gemma
www.gemmahalliday.com

[crystaljordan]

Ha! You're a great writer, Gemma. I love your books!

If you ever get an itch to try paranormal, you know who to hit up for a beta read. ;-)

Worldbuilding 101

[anonymous]

Great post Crystal! When worldbuilding, it's easy to get caught up on the quirks and gimmicks with nothing solid to hang onto. You give some wonderful points on building a strong foundation.

Love the cover! It would look great on my bedside table. *wink*

Jeannie Lin