An Analysis of Magic Systems in Fantasy Novels: Unveiling the Enchanting World of Imagination article cover

An Analysis of Magic Systems in Fantasy Novels: Unveiling the Enchanting World of Imagination (from a reader’s perspective)


  Introduction Fantasy novels have captivated readers for centuries, transporting them to worlds filled with wonder, adventure, and, most importantly, magic. At the heart of these fantastical realms lies the intricate tapestry of magic systems,…

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JennaKay Francis - mostly updated as of 2023

Author Interview: JennaKay Francis, Featured Fantasy and Fantasy Romance Author


Greetings. I am a writer of fantasy fiction. All sorts of fantasy, from action adventure to sweet romance to paranormal. I started working on my action series (The Guardians of Glede) about 20 years ago,…

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Author Interview: Jennifer St. Clair featured image updated 2023 October

Author Interview: Jennifer St. Clair, Featured Author (2014: September)


Jennifer St. Clair is the author of the wide-ranging fantasy universe “Beth-Hill”.  This universe has spawned a number of series, which sometimes may appear unconnected but all are either set in Beth-Hill, contain Beth-Hill characters…

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Author Interview: Margaret L. Carter

Author Interview: Margaret L. Carter, featured Fantasy, Fantasy Romance, Paranormal author (2019: October)


Exchange Personalities presents an interview with Margaret L. Carter, author of horror, fantasy, and paranormal romance novels, including vampire romance Crimson Dreams, and co-author of the “Wild Sorceress” series.  As of this writing, Mrs. Carter…

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Author Interview: Michelle Levigne


Writers Exchange Author Interview Introduction: Exchange Personalities presents an interview with Michelle Levigne, author of the SF novel series, The Commonwealth Universe, along with several fantasy series at Writers Exchange. This includes two EPIC Award…

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Author Quote: Arthur C. Clarke "...wish it could happen"

Author Quote: Arthur C. Clarke “Something that could happen…”


  Love this quote, never thought of it this way before, but since SF is often (not always) about wars or catastrophes in space/society this is really quite true. Mind you, not too fond of…

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ADDLEMAN, DAVID R. Fantasy: The Miller’s Son BAZE, R.C. Fantasy: Overseer’s Island CARTER, Leslie Roy Fantasy: Wild Sorceress Series (With Margaret L. Carter) CARTER, Margaret L. Fantasy Romance: Crimson Dreams, From the Dark Places, Hearts…

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Article: The Role of Protagonists in Fantasy Literature

The Role of Protagonists in Fantasy Literature


  Fantasy literature is a realm where the boundaries of reality are stretched, and the extraordinary becomes commonplace. Within this expansive world of magic, mythical creatures, and epic quests, the role of the protagonist takes…

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Article: Varieties of Vampires by Margaret L. Carter

Varieties of Vampires by Margaret L. Carter


  Psychoanalyst Ernest Jones, in his 1951 classic nonfiction book On the Nightmare, labels the vampire the most “overdetermined” of monsters in terms of its psychological roots–and, we might add, in terms of its richly…

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