The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed - Fantasy Writing Craft Advice & Author Interviews

Richie Billing

The Fantasy Writers’ Toolshed is a podcast for aspiring and experienced fantasy writers who want to master storytelling, creative writing, worldbuilding and character creation.Hosted by author Richie Billing, each episode features practical fantasy writing craft advice and tips, publishing guidance, and inspiring author interviews with bestsellers, editors, historians, literary agents, psychologists and even an FBI Special Agent.Learn how to write, edit and market your fantasy stories with confidence.New episodes released on the 14th of each month.Join our Discord community of hundreds of writers and gain early access to each episode: www.patreon.com/TheFantasyWritersToolshed

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The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed - Fantasy Writing Craft Advice & Author Interviews

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The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed - Fantasy Writing Craft Advice & Author Interviews

Mar 14, 2026
49 minutes
45 MB

What makes the fae such enduring figures in fantasy? How do you write in the present tense without it feeling awkward? And can a fantasy story work in a confined setting instead of a vast world? In this episode, I’m joined by author Rym Kechacha to talk about her new novel The Apple and the Pearl. We dive into the strange allure of the fae in fantasy fiction, explore the craft of writing in the present tense, and discuss how powerful stories can unfold in smaller, more contained settings. Rym shares insights into her wr...

The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed - Fantasy Writing Craft Advice & Author Interviews

Writing the Fae, Present Tense Storytelling and Confined Fantasy Worlds | Rym Kechacha on The Apple and the Pearl

Richie Billing

00:00 -48:51