Curses allow for a lot of creative flexibility in how they are implemented and what they force upon the characters and the world. It’s a classic tool for writers to initiate the plot and start the story, either an outcome or the cause of the inciting incident. Sometimes it can be more of a metaphysical … Continue reading How to write a Character with a Curse
Month: July 2025
Delayed Post for Tuesday
Hi Everyone! Sorry for the delayed post, it's been a bit of a hectic week and art fight has taken more time than I had expected. I will have the next blog post posted tomorrow morning. Thanks! Raphael
Book Review: Once Upon a Witch’s Death Vol 1: The Tale of the One Thousand Tears of Joy by Saka
Most of the fantasy novels I’ve read have mostly ended up being these epic adventures on massive scales. But every so often there are stories that are on a smaller scale that’s more relatable and grounded with a touch of magic. Despite the terrifying fate hanging over Meg Raspberry’s head from the start of the … Continue reading Book Review: Once Upon a Witch’s Death Vol 1: The Tale of the One Thousand Tears of Joy by Saka
Trying to Focus in a world of Distractions
Hello everyone! As some of you have probably surmised, I’ve been having a hard time staying focused and making progress on several of my projects. It’s a strange mix of brainfog, exhaustion and the plethora of distractions that feel more gratifying or easier to do than working on passion projects. For the longest time I … Continue reading Trying to Focus in a world of Distractions
No Post this Week
Sorry everyone, last week got pretty hectic and I wasn't able to write a proper article. Will be back next week! - Raphael
Raph's Cozy Musings 