Category Archives: Mythopoesis

Mythopoesis: Myth

Posted on April 3, 2010 by Sarah

The word “myth” is a slippery thing, for the minute one tries to pin it down with a rational description, it either dries up or slides out of reach. That eminent compendium of definition, the Oxford English Dictionary gives the following … Continue reading →

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Mythopoesis: Heroes & Heroines

Posted on March 3, 2010 by Sarah

Down the ages there have been two important Types of characters in storytelling: heroes and heroines. The Hero was the character the storyline followed, relating his trials and victories. The Heroine was the character the Hero loved, won, and came … Continue reading →

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Mythopoesis: Style

Posted on February 3, 2010 by Sarah

“Style” is a slippery word when one comes to consider writing of any sort. Yet it seems to become a fighting word when one turns to fantasy. It is deeply felt by many writers and readers of fantasy that “Style” … Continue reading →

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Mythopoesis: Geography

Posted on January 3, 2010 by Sarah

In creating a Secondary World, a Sub-Creator sets out on a journey into a new world. It is a journey into new places, where the shapes of the land may be quite different from the ones we see about ourselves … Continue reading →

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Mythopoesis: Characters

Posted on November 3, 2009 by Sarah

[mythopoesis: the making of myths or fantasy] The sky is a jewel-like blue. The broad moor hides its colors in a dark blanket. On the eastern horizon, dawn pours a cream and pink light into the air. And there silhouetted … Continue reading →

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