Fantasy Story Writing Online Diploma - CPD Certified

Module 1

What exactly is fantasy writing and why should you write a fantasy book or novel?

In this module you will learn:

A definition of what fantasy writing entails
About different types of fantasy sub genres
The difference between fantasy and sci-fi
Opportunities as a fantasy author
Plus much more...
Module 2

What you need to write fantasy content

In this module you will learn:

The main personal skills and qualities a fantasy writer should exhibit
Things to consider when world building and creating magical systems
How to hone and improve creativity and writing skills
Preparing to become a fantasy writer and the importance of impeccable spelling and grammar
Plus much more...
Module 3

Using other authors strengths and weaknesses to up your game

In this module you will learn:

How to get the most from reading other fantasy books as a prospective fantasy writer
Some good resources for discovering new books to read and finding out about fantasy authors
About George MacDonald, J.R.R Tolkien, William Morris and C.S. Lewis – The grandfathers of modern fantasy literature
About George R.R. Martin, Philip Pullman, Patrick Rothfuss and Daniel Abraham – Fantasy authors from recent years
Plus much more...
Module 4

Getting the Fundamentals Right: Choosing which Age Group and Point of View to Use

In this module you will learn:

About choosing a suitable audience for your story and how it will affect the end result
The main different age ranges fantasy books are aimed at
The advantages and disadvantages of first person and third person viewpoints
How to make transitions between viewpoints
Plus much more...
Module 5

How to Get Started From Getting the First page Spot-on to Creating the Perfect Setting

In this module you will learn:

Why the first page of a book is so important for fantasy writers
Ideas for writing a great first page starting with an amazing first line
What information you should include in your first page
Why rules and consistency are important when creating both new worlds and magic systems
Plus much more...
Module 6

How to Build Great Characters for Your Fantasy Story

In this module you will learn:

Why characters are so important when writing your fantasy novel
Where to find inspiration for your characters
About building believable characters by creating profiles and personalities for them
How to add supernatural qualities and a background story
Plus much more...
Module 7

How to Plan a Perfect Plot for your Story

In this module you will learn:

What a story needs in regards to conflict, tension and plot
Whether you need to make a plan before starting to write and what this plan should include
How to give your story structure and what the beginning, middle and end should contain
Some common plot pitfalls and how to avoid them
Plus much more...
Module 8

How to Use Backstory

In this module you will learn:

What backstory is and why it is necessary to have it as part of your fantasy novel
Why it’s important to limit the amount of backstory you use and keep it relevant
When you should include backstory and when you shouldn’t
How to include backstory in different ways in your fantasy book
Plus much more...
Module 9

How to Write Dialogue that makes your Story Flow

In this module you will learn:

Why dialogue is important to include in your fantasy novel
Honing and improving your dialogue skills
Writing dialogue to suit your characters
Mistakes that fantasy writers should avoid
Plus much more...
Module 10

Advice on Improving Confidence and Sense of Purpose

In this module you will learn:

Why fantasy writers can lose confidence and sense of purpose
How to assess your reasons for writing a fantasy novel
About getting your motivation back
How taking a break from writing and curing writer’s block
Plus much more...
Module 11

Practical Writing Exercises and Work-shopping of Compositions

In this module you will learn:

About using writing prompts to get you writing and give you inspiration
Why some practical writing exercises that are fun and rewarding
About offering up your work for criticism and feedback
How to find a workshop to join that suits you
Plus much more...
Module 12

Illustrating your Story and Working with Illustrators

In this module you will learn:

Whether to have illustrations or not
What kind of illustration to choose
How to choose and commission a good illustrator
How to work with an illustrator
Plus much more...
Module 13

How to Deal with Publishers and Selling your Stories

In this module you will learn:

How to know if you are ready to start going to publishers
How to prepare your manuscript professionally
About copyright and plagiarism
The lowdown on self-publishing and e-books
Plus much more...