Summary
In this episode of Pen to Pod, Mikayla Kimes explores the importance of setting in storytelling, emphasizing its role as a character rather than just a backdrop. She discusses how setting can enhance atmosphere, themes, and character development, using the novel 'Legendborn' as a case study. Kimes provides insights into how authors can effectively integrate setting into their narratives and offers writing exercises to help writers deepen their understanding of atmospheric settings.
Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
Resources
Coulture Interview w/ Tracy Deonn
Mikayla Kimes
If you want to follow the host, Mikayla Kimes, you can on her YouTube channel @MikWrites. On the channel she discusses her own personal writing journey and other craft topics.
https://www.youtube.com/@mikwrites
Keywords
writing, setting, atmosphere, character development, Legendborn, writing craft, author interviews, storytelling, creative writing