S2E15. Worldbuilding (Or, 'I Like It When People Get Stuff Right About Women')

In this episode, Jo (@pebblysand) and Lani (@copper-dust) delve into the intricacies of worldbuilding in fanfiction. They begin by discussing their individual perspectives on worldbuilding, and how their definitions of the word have changed overtime. They talk about the importance of detail in the worlds that they create, and touch on the common mistakes they often see writers make in that realm. They also explore the inspiration behind worldbuilding and share examples of well-executed fics. They conclude with reflections on the dynamics of "fix it" worldbuilding, a trend that is getting traction in fanfiction these days.

This week, we mention: 

• Books: Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling, Maurice by E.M. Forster
• Fics: castles by pebblysand, Beasts by @whinlatter, The Wandsmith’s Apprentice by @marycontraire, The Wilderness by @batmansymbol, Man-eaters of Kumaon by ignipes, A Happier Year (Near About) by @peopleshooterhat 
• TV: Mad Men
• Podcast: S2E8. Research (Or, Shifting Into Draco Malfoy’s Girlfriend)

Your recommendations for this week are:

• How To Tag Fics on AO3

You can find us online at:

• The Fanfic Writer’s Craft: tumblr ; spotify ; ko-fi
• Lani (@copper-dust): tumblr ; AO3
• Jo (@pebblysand): tumblr ; AO3
  
  

What is The Fanfic Writers' Craft?

The Fanfic Writers’ Craft is a podcast that discusses all things fanfiction with a focus on the art and science of writing for the enjoyment of fan communities. Every two weeks, Jo and Lani (otherwise known in fandom as @pebblysand and @copper_dust) sit down for a fun, multi-fandom, fanfic-related chat and delve into particular topics such as: the particularities of writing and reading fanfiction, monetisation, how to build a fanfiction plot, etc. Hope you enjoy!

You can find us and contact us at: https://thefanficwriterscraft.tumblr.com/