Author: Alex Brown
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Damsels? We’re All Distressed
This post takes a satirical jab at the classic “damsel in distress” trope in fantasy stories. Caricatures beware: realism is essential for good storytelling.
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Great Battles Between Good & Evil
In the whimsical world of fantasy, we love a classic showdown of Good vs. Evil! Ancient evils, brave heroes, and predictable plot twists abound. But let’s face it, who wants moral dilemmas when you can cheer for the “pure” good guys slaying wicked monsters? Read more in this month’s “Poking Fun at Classic Fantasy Tropes”…
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Your Exclusive First Look at My New Book: A Lamplighter’s Tale
Attention, Dear Subscribers! A Lamplighter’s Tale is now haunting Amazon, part two of the whimsical Tales of Minz series and the first book is sporting a snazzy new cover! Dive into exclusive chapters, and remember, reading these two tales in any order is totally allowed! Happy reading!
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Oh, Look—Here Comes the Cavalry
In the latest installment of “Poking Fun at Fantasy Tropes,” we examine the classic “Here comes the cavalry” moment in stories. Just when you think the heroes are doomed, a surprise horse brigade appears—because who doesn’t have stables full of steeds at the ready? Is it realistic? Maybe not. Is it entertaining? Absolutely!
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Tales of Minz: Cover Reveal
Check out the new cover design for my whimsical, satirical fantasy series, “Tales of Minz.” And, get ready for the next book in the series, “A Lamplighter’s Tale,” to come out in October 2024!
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Should the Dark Lord Seek a New PR Team?
In fantasy worlds, Dark Lords are often misunderstood, right? Might they benefit from a good PR team to help them rebrand their evil ways and help the world see that they’re not just soulless villains?
